Canon Photo Printer iP5200 User Manual

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Series  
Quick Start Guide  
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Canon PIXMA iP5200 Photo Printer Quick Start Guide.  
Copyright  
This manual is copyrighted by Canon U.S.A., Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual  
may not be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Canon U.S.A., Inc.  
© 2005 Canon U.S.A., Inc.  
Disclaimer  
Canon U.S.A., Inc. has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to-use  
guide to your Canon PIXMA iP5200 Photo Printer. All statements, technical information and recommendations in  
this manual and in any guides or related documents are believed reliable, but the accuracy and completeness  
thereof are not guaranteed or warranted, and they are not intended to be, nor should they be understood to be,  
representation or warranties concerning the products described.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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All information regarding non-Canon products was compiled from publicly available information. No  
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Contents  
Contents  
Basic Printing  
Turning on the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Turning off the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Using Specialty Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Printing with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Printing with Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Canceling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Advanced Printing  
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Accessing the Printer Driver (Windows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Using the Bundled Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Printing Maintenance  
Replacing an Ink Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Print Head Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Print Head Deep Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Aligning the Print Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Troubleshooting  
Cannot Install the Printer Driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Cannot Connect to PC Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66  
Print Results Not Satisfactory or Contains Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Troubleshooting Printer Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Paper Does Not Feed Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72  
Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Handling Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77  
An Error Message Appears on the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
Cannot Print Properly from the Digital Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81  
Appendix  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90  
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
CANON U.S.A., INC. LIMITED WARRANTY --- (USA Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95  
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Basic Printing  
Basic Printing  
This Quick Start Guide describes some of the features of your printer and how  
to use them. For more information, view the iP5200 User’s Guide and Printer  
Driver Guide installed on your computer, or use the online help within your  
printer driver interface:  
While in the printer’s properties window, press the F1 key, or click  
in the  
upper right corner. Then click the feature you want to know more about, or click  
the Help button when displayed.  
While in the Page Setup dialog box or Print dialog box, click  
corner.  
in the lower left  
Clicking provides detailed information about each setting.  
When the Help window appears, select your desired topic.  
Turning on the Printer  
1
Press the POWER button.  
The POWER lamp flashes green while the printer warms up and changes to steady  
(non-flashing) when the printer is ready.  
If the ALARM lamp begins flashing orange, refer to Handling Error  
Messageson page 77.  
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Turning off the Printer  
1
To turn off the printer, press the POWER button.  
When the POWER lamp stops blinking, the printer is turned off.  
About the Power Plug  
When removing the power plug after turing off the printer, be sure to  
check that the POWER lamp is not lit. If the power plug is removed from  
the wall outlet with the POWER lamp lit or blinking green, the printer  
cannot protect its print heads and may be unable to print.  
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Loading Paper  
This section describes how to load paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder and the Cassette.  
Auto Sheet Feeder  
Cassette  
Print Media to Avoid  
Do not use the following types of paper. Using such paper will not only produce  
unsatisfactory results, but can also cause the printer to jam or malfunction.  
• Folded, curled or wrinkled paper  
• Damp paper  
• Excessively thin paper (less than 64 gsm or 17 lb)  
• Excessively thick paper* (more than 105 gsm or 28 lb)  
*
non-Canon branded paper  
• Picture postcards  
• Postcards affixed with photos or stickers  
• Envelopes with double flaps  
• Envelopes with sticker flaps  
• Envelopes with an embossed or treated surface  
• Any type of paper with holes  
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Using the Auto Sheet Feeder and the Cassette  
You can load paper in both the Auto Sheet Feeder and Cassette.  
Loading paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder is easy, and is convenient if you frequently  
switch to and print on various sizes or types of paper.  
Loading paper in the Cassette allows you to print without reloading paper for each job.  
This is convenient for loading a certain type of paper, such as plain paper, you regularly  
print onto.  
Loading paper in both the Auto Sheet Feeder and Cassette makes the following paper  
feed methods available:  
*
Legal-sized paper and 2.13" x 3.39"/ 54.0 x 86.0 mm size paper, and Photo Stickers are not loadable in the  
Cassette.  
• Changing the paper source to feed different types/sizes of paper  
If you load plain paper in the Cassette and photo paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder,  
changing the paper source allows you to print on both types of paper without  
removing and reloading paper. To change the paper source, use the Paper Feed  
Switch on the printer or printer driver.  
You can also specify the type/size of paper to be fed from the Cassette for regular use  
with the printer driver. For example, you can specify that Letter-sized plain paper is  
always fed from the Cassette whenever you print.  
For information on the printer driver settings, refer to the Printer Driver  
Guide.  
You can switch between paper  
loaded in the Auto Sheet  
Feeder (e.g., 4" x 6" / 101.6 x  
152.4 mm) and the Cassette  
(e.g., Letter-sized paper).  
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• Continuous printing on the same type/size of paper by using both the Auto Sheet  
Feeder and Cassette together  
If the Auto Sheet Feeder or Cassette runs out of paper, the paper source automatically  
switches to the other one. This is useful for printing onto a large volume of paper. To  
use this feature, you need to configure the printer driver beforehand.  
For information on the printer driver settings, refer to the Printer Driver  
Guide.  
If the Auto Sheet Feeder runs  
out of paper, the paper source  
automatically changes to the  
Cassette.  
• Choosing the paper source to match the location of the printer  
You can use just the Auto Sheet Feeder or Cassette according to the location of the  
printer.  
For example, if you intend to install the printer in a small place, such as on a shelf  
with minimal space, you can use just the Cassette for printing.  
Legal-sized paper and 2.13" x 3.39"/ 54.0 x 86.0 mm size paper, and  
Photo Stickers are not loadable in the Cassette.  
If you intend to use only the Cassette, check any usage restrictions in  
advance.  
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Loading Plain Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder  
z For detailed information on the specialty media Canon provides for use  
with its various printers, refer to Using Specialty Mediaon page 18.  
z See “Printing Media” in the User’s Guide for detailed instructions on  
how to load specialty media into the printer.  
1
Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it.  
When paper is curled, hold the opposing curled corners and gently bend  
them in the opposite direction until the paper becomes completely flat.  
2
Prepare to load paper.  
(1) 1 Open the Paper Support.  
2
2 Pull out the Paper  
Support Extension to  
support the paper.  
1
Auto Sheet Feeder Lamp  
1
2
(2) 1 Push the Open Button above the  
Paper Output Tray. The Paper  
Output Tray automatically opens.  
2 Pull out the Paper Output Tray  
Extension completely.  
(3) Press the Paper Feed  
Switch so that the Auto  
Sheet Feeder lamp lights.  
You can also select the paper source with the printer driver. For details,  
refer to the Printer Driver Guide.  
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Load the paper.  
3
Load Limit Mark  
Do not load beyond this Load Limit Mark.  
(1) Load the paper  
into the Auto  
Sheet Feeder with  
the print side  
facing UP.  
(2) Align the paper stack  
against the Cover  
Guide on the right  
side of the Paper  
Support.  
(3) Pinch the paper  
guide and slide  
it against the  
Ensure that the  
Cover Guide  
stands when  
you load paper  
in the Auto  
left side of the  
paper stack.  
Sheet Feeder.  
z You can use general copy paper or Canon’s Super White Paper.  
z You can load up to 150 sheets of plain paper (64 gsm or 17 lb, 13 mm  
or 0.52 inches in height) in the Auto Sheet Feeder. However, do not  
stack more than 50 sheets in the Paper Output Tray.  
z Do not touch the printed surfaces until the ink dries. For specific drying  
times, refer to the instructions packaged with your media.  
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Loading Envelopes  
Use either European DL or US Comm. Env. #10 size envelopes.  
The address is rotated automatically to match the direction of the envelope when  
printing.  
z Do not use envelopes with embossed or treated surfaces, a double  
flap, pressure seals or sticker flaps.  
z Select either European DL Env. or US Comm. Env. #10 in the printer  
driver according to the envelope size you are using. If you do not, the  
address will be printed in the wrong direction.  
Fold the envelope  
flap shut.  
(1) Load the envelope  
against the Cover  
Guide on the right  
side of the Paper  
Support with the front  
face UP, and the rear  
flaps DOWN on the  
left.  
(2) Pinch the  
paper guide  
and slide it  
against the  
left side of  
Ensure that the  
Cover Guide  
stands when  
you load paper  
in the Auto  
the envelope.  
Sheet Feeder.  
Printing direction  
A maximum of  
10 envelopes  
can be loaded at  
once.  
(3) Press the Paper Feed  
Switch so that the Auto  
Sheet Feeder lamp lights.  
(4) Select Envelope in Media Type, and then select European DL Env. or US Comm.  
Env. #10 in Page Size.  
For a detailed description of the printer driver settings, refer to Printing with  
Windowson page 20, Printing with Macintoshon page 23.  
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Loading Other Small-Sized Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder  
Cutting plain paper to 4" x 6" / 101.6 mm x 152.4 mm, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x  
177.8 mm, or 2.13" x 3.39" / 54.0 x 86.0 mm (Credit Card) size for a trial  
printing can cause paper jams.  
(1) Load the paper into the  
Auto Sheet Feeder with  
the print side facing UP  
and align the Cover Guide  
on the right side of the  
Paper Support.  
Ensure that the  
Cover Guide stands  
when you load  
paper in the Auto  
Sheet Feeder.  
• Load the paper lengthways  
regardless of the direction of  
the document.  
• You can load up to 20 sheets  
(3) Press the Paper Feed  
Switch so that the Auto  
Sheet Feeder lamp lights.  
(2) Pinch the paper guide and  
slide it against the left side of  
the paper stack.  
of 4" x 6" or 2.13" x 3.39"  
(Credit Card) -sized paper;  
10 sheets of 5" x 7"-sized  
paper.  
(4) Select 4 x 6 in 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5 x 7 in 127.0 x 177.8 mm, or Credit Card 2.13  
x 3.39 in 54 x 86 mm from Paper Size in the printer driver.  
For a detailed description of the printer driver settings, refer to Printing with  
Windowson page 20, or Printing with Macintoshon page 23.  
Always load paper in portrait orientation. Loading paper in  
landscape orientation can cause the paper to be jammed.  
Portrait  
Landscape  
We recommend using genuine Canon photo media when printing  
photographs.  
See Using Specialty Mediaon page 18.  
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Loading Plain Paper in the Cassette  
Ensure that the paper is loadable in the Cassette. Legal-sized paper and 2.13" x 3.39" /  
54.0 x 86.0 mm size paper, and Photo Stickers are not loadable in the Cassette.  
z For detailed information on the specialty media Canon provides for use  
with its various printers, refer to Using Specialty Mediaon page 18.  
z See “Printing Media” in the User’s Guide for detailed instructions on  
how to load specialty media into the printer.  
1
Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it.  
When paper is curled, hold the opposing curled corners and gently bend  
them in the opposite direction until the paper becomes completely flat.  
2
Prepare to load paper.  
(1) Pull out the Cassette from  
the printer.  
(2) Remove the Cover on the  
Cassette.  
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Adjust the size of the Cassette.  
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When loading A5- or larger sized paper (nonstandard-size paper: 203 mm / 8 inches  
or more in length), extend the Cassette.  
When loading 5" x 7"- or smaller sized paper (nonstandard-size paper: less than 203  
mm/ 8 inches in length), do not extend the Cassette.  
Legal-sized paper and 2.13" x 3.39"/ 54.0 x 86.0 mm size paper, and  
Photo Stickers are not loadable in the Cassette.  
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Load the paper. (Print side facing DOWN)  
Load Limit Mark  
Do not load beyond this Load Limit  
Mark.  
(1) Load the paper into the Cassette  
with the print side facing DOWN.  
(2) Align the paper stack against the  
right side of the Cassette.  
(3) Slide the paper guides to fit the  
loaded paper stack.  
z You can use general copy paper or Canon’s Super White Paper.  
z You can load up to 150 sheets of plain paper (64 gsm or 17 lb, 13 mm  
or 0.52 inches in height) in the Cassette. However, do not stack more  
than 50 sheets in the Paper Output Tray.  
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Insert the Cassette into the printer.  
(1) Set the Cover on the  
Cassette.  
(2) Insert the Cassette into the  
printer.  
Push the Cassette all the way  
into the printer.  
If the Cassette has been extended to accommodate paper sizes larger  
than 5" x 7", the front edge of the cassette will extend beyond the front of  
the printer.  
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Prepare the Paper Output Tray.  
(1) 1 Push the Open Button above the  
Paper Output Tray. The Paper  
Output Tray automatically  
opens.  
2 Pull out the Paper Output Tray  
Extension completely.  
1
Cassette  
Lamp  
2
(2) Press the Paper Feed Switch so  
that the Cassette lamp lights.  
z You can also select the paper source with the printer driver. For details,  
refer to the Printer Driver Guide.  
z Do not touch the printed surfaces until the ink dries. For specific drying  
times, refer to the instructions packaged with your media.  
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Loading Envelopes  
Use either European DL or US Comm. Env. #10 size envelopes.  
The address is rotated automatically to match the direction of the envelope when  
printing.  
z Do not use envelopes with embossed or treated surfaces, a double  
flap, pressure seals or sticker flaps.  
z Select either European DL Env. or US Comm. Env. #10 in the printer  
driver according to the envelope size you are using. If you do not, the  
address will be printed in the wrong direction.  
(1) Align the envelope stack  
against the right side of  
the Cassette.  
Fold the envelope flap shut.  
The flap of the envelope  
will appear with its flap  
facing UP on the left  
side.  
A maximum of 5  
envelopes can be  
loaded at once.  
(2) Slide the Paper Guide against  
the side of the envelope.  
(3) Press the Paper Feed Switch  
so that the Cassette lamp  
lights.  
Printing direction  
(4) Select Envelope in Media Type, and then select European DL Env. or US Comm.  
Env. #10 in Page Size.  
For a detailed description of the printer driver settings, refer to Printing with  
Windowson page 20, Printing with Macintoshon page 23.  
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Loading 4" x 6" or 5" x 7"-Sized Paper in the Cassette  
z Do not leave photo paper, such as Photo Paper Pro, in the Cassette for  
a long time. This may cause paper discoloration due to natural aging.  
z Cutting plain paper to 4" x 6" / 101.6 mm x 152.4 mm or 5" x 7" /  
127.0 x 177.8 mm size for a trial printing can cause paper jams.  
(1) Load the paper into the Cassette  
with the print side facing DOWN.  
• Do not extend the Cassette.  
• Load the paper lengthways regardless of  
the direction of the document.  
• You can load up to 20 sheets of 4" x 6"-  
sized paper or 10 sheets of 5" x 7"-sized  
paper.  
(2) Align the paper stack against the  
right side of the Cassette.  
(3) Slide the paper guides to fit the  
loaded paper stack.  
(4) Press the Paper Feed Switch so that  
the Cassette lamp lights.  
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(5) Select 4 x 6 in 101.6 x 152.4 mm or 5 x 7 in 127.0 x 177.8 mm from Paper Size in  
the printer driver.  
For a detailed description of the printer driver settings, refer to Printing with  
Windowson page 20, or Printing with Macintoshon page 23.  
Always load paper in portrait orientation. Loading paper in  
landscape orientation can cause the paper to be jammed.  
Portrait  
Landscape  
We recommend using genuine Canon photo media when printing  
photographs.  
See Using Specialty Mediaon page 18.  
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Using Specialty Media  
Canon recommends that you use genuine Canon media to ensure optimal print quality.  
Photo Quality Media  
• High Resolution Paper  
• Glossy Photo Paper  
Media Suited for Business  
Documents  
• High Resolution Paper  
• Transparencies  
• Matte Photo Paper  
• Photo Paper Plus Double Sided  
• Photo Paper Plus Glossy  
• Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss  
• Photo Paper Pro  
• Photo Stickers  
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Canon Specialty Media  
Media Type  
Paper Support Load Limit  
Auto Sheet Feeder Cassette  
Up to 80 sheets Up to 80 sheets  
Printer Driver Setting  
for Media Type  
High Resolution  
Paper  
High Resolution  
Paper  
Super White Paper Up to 13 mm or  
0.52 inches  
Up to 13 mm or  
0.52 inches  
Plain Paper  
Glossy Photo Paper Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Glossy Photo Paper  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
2.13" x 3.39": up to 2.13" x 3.39": not  
20 sheets  
loadable*3  
Matte Photo Paper Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Matte Photo Paper  
4"x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
4"x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
Photo Paper Plus  
Double Sided*1  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Photo Paper Plus  
Double Sided  
5" x 7": up to 10  
sheets  
5" x 7": up to 10  
sheets  
Photo Paper Plus  
Glossy*1  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Photo Paper Plus  
Glossy  
5" x 7": up to 10  
sheets  
5" x 7": up to 10  
sheets  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
Photo Paper Plus  
Semi-gloss*1  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Photo Paper Plus  
Glossy  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
Photo Paper Pro*1 Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
Letter: up to 10  
sheets  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
Not loadable*3  
Photo Paper Pro  
4" x 6": up to 20  
sheets  
Photo Stickers*2  
1 sheet  
Photo Paper Plus  
Glossy  
Transparencies  
T-Shirt Transfers  
Up to 30 sheets  
1 sheet  
Up to 30 sheets  
1 sheet  
Transparencies  
T-Shirt Transfers  
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Basic Printing  
*1 When loading a stack of paper, the printed side may be marked when it is fed in. If this happens, load paper one  
sheet at a time.  
*2 You can specify the print setting easily by using the Easy-PhotoPrint provided with the Setup Software & User’s  
Guide CD-ROM.  
*3 Feeding from the Cassette can damage the printer. Always load in the Auto Sheet Feeder.  
z When using plain paper (64 gsm or 17 lb), up to 150 sheets (13 mm or  
0.52 inches in height) can be loaded in the Auto Sheet Feeder and  
Cassette respectively. Select Plain Paper from Media Type in the printer  
driver.  
z For a detailed description of printing media types, refer to the User’s  
Guide.  
Printing with Windows  
z Menu and command names may differ between software applications, and  
more steps may be required. For details, refer to the documentation for each  
software application you use.  
z The steps described in this section are for printing in Windows® XP Service  
Pack 2 (hereafter, called Windows XP SP2).  
1
Turn on the printer.  
See Turning on the Printeron page 2.  
2
3
Load the paper in the printer.  
See Loading Paperon page 4.  
Ensure that the proper paper source is selected.  
When the Auto Sheet Feeder lamp is  
lit, paper is fed from the Auto Sheet  
Feeder.  
When the Cassette lamp is lit, paper  
is fed from the Cassette.  
4
Create a document or open a file to print.  
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5
Open the printer properties dialog box.  
(1) Select Print from the application software’s File menu.  
The Print dialog box opens.  
(2) Ensure that your printer  
is selected.  
(3) Click Preferences or  
Properties.  
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Specify the required settings.  
(1) Click Media Type to select  
the type of media loaded in  
the printer.  
Ensure that Paper Feed  
Switch is selected from  
Paper Source.  
(2) Click OK.  
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z From the Page Setup tab, select the correct document size to be  
printed.  
z This section describes the procedure for selecting the paper source  
with the Paper Feed Switch on the printer. For a detailed description of  
the Paper Source settings, refer to the Printer Driver Guide.  
z To adjust the Print Quality settings, select Custom and click Set on the  
Main tab. You can control the print quality in the Set Print Quality  
dialog box.  
z For details about other printer driver functions, click Help or  
Instructions to view the Help or Printer Driver Guide. Instructions is  
only displayed when the On-screen Manual is installed.  
z Selecting the Preview before printing check box displays a preview  
screen that allows you to confirm the selected printing effects and how  
your document will look when printed. Some applications do not have  
a preview function.  
7
Print the document.  
(1) Click Print or OK.  
You can cancel a print job in progress by simply pressing the RESUME/  
CANCEL button on the printer.  
See Canceling Printingon page 26.  
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Printing with Macintosh  
z Menu and command names may differ between software applications, and  
more steps may be required. For details, refer to the documentation for each  
software application you use.  
z The steps described in this section are for printing in Mac® OS X v.10.3.x  
(hereafter called Macintosh®).  
1
Turn on the printer.  
See Turning on the Printeron page 2.  
2
3
Load the paper on the printer.  
See Loading Paperon page 4.  
Ensure that the proper paper source is selected.  
When the Auto Sheet Feeder lamp is  
lit, paper is fed from the Auto Sheet  
Feeder.  
When the Cassette lamp is lit, paper  
is fed from the Cassette.  
4
Create a document or open a file to print.  
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5
Select Paper Size.  
(1) Select Page Setup from the application software’s File menu.  
The Page Setup dialog box opens.  
(2) Confirm that iP5200 is  
selected in Format for.  
(3) Select the desired  
paper size from Paper  
Size.  
(4) Click OK.  
6
Specify the required settings.  
(1) Select Print from the application software’s File menu.  
The Print dialog box opens.  
(2) Select Quality &  
Media from the pop-  
up menu.  
(3) Select the desired  
media type from  
Media Type.  
(4) Ensure that Paper  
Feed Switch is  
selected from Paper  
Source.  
(5) Select the print mode  
appropriate to your  
document from Print  
Mode.  
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z This section describes the procedure for selecting the paper  
source with the Paper Feed Switch on the printer. For a detailed  
description of the Paper Source settings, refer to the Printer  
Driver Guide.  
z When you select the print mode appropriate to your document  
from Print Mode, the document will be printed in color and at a  
print quality suited to the characteristics of the Media Type you  
have selected.  
- Printing a top-quality photo: Select when printing documents  
consisting mainly of photographs and graphics featuring fine  
color gradation.  
- Printing tables and charts: Select when printing documents  
consisting mainly of graphs and graphics (illustrations) with  
strong color definition.  
- Printing a composite document: Select when printing  
documents consisting mainly of text.  
- Detailed Setting: Select to fine-tune the Print Quality and  
Halftoning settings.  
(6) Select Color Options  
from the pop-up menu.  
(7) Select the type of the  
document from Print  
Type.  
z For details about other printer driver functions, click  
the Printer Driver Guide. If the On-screen Manual is not installed,  
the Printer Driver Guide is not displayed even if is clicked.  
to view  
z Clicking the Preview button displays a preview screen that allows  
you to confirm the selected printing effects and how your  
document will look when printed. Some applications do not have  
a preview function.  
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Print the document.  
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(1) Click Print.  
You can cancel a print job while printing.  
See Canceling Printingon page 26.  
Canceling Printing  
You can cancel a print job while printing, with the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer.  
1
Press the RESUME/CANCEL button while printing.  
(1) Press the RESUME/CANCEL  
button.  
Printing is canceled and paper is fed out.  
You can also cancel a print job by clicking Cancel Printing on the Canon IJ  
Status Monitor. To display the Canon IJ Status Monitor, click Canon  
iP5200 on the taskbar.  
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1
Select Print from the File menu in your application program.  
The Print dialog box opens.  
2
3
4
Select Edit Printer List from the Printer pop-up menu.  
The Printer List opens.  
Double-click the printer name displayed in the Name list.  
The iP5200 dialog box opens.  
Select the desired document, then click Delete icon.  
To temporality stop a job in progress, click Pause. To cancel all the jobs in  
the list, click Stop Printing.  
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Advanced Printing  
Advanced Printing  
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge  
Compliant Device  
Connecting a PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder or mobile  
phone to the printer allows you to print recorded images directly without using a computer.  
z PictBridge is an industry standard enabling a range of digital photo  
solutions, including the direct printing of photos from a digital camera,  
camcorder or mobile phone* without the need to use a computer.  
z It is possible to specify which images to print and various print settings from  
the operation panel of your camera or mobile phone.  
z Canon Bubble Jet Direct allows you to print photos from a Canon Bubble Jet  
Direct compatible (PictBridge incompatible) digital camera or digital video  
camcorder without a computer, by simply connecting the digital camera or  
digital camcorder to this printer.  
For details, refer to Printing Photographs Directly from a Canon Bubble Jet  
Direct Compatible Digital Cameraon page 84.  
*
Hereafter, the PictBridge compliant digital camera, digital camcorder, or camera-equipped mobile  
phone are collectively called a PictBridge compliant device.  
See Printing Photographs  
Directly from a PictBridge  
Compliant Deviceon  
page 31.  
*This mark indicates that  
the product is PictBridge-  
compatible.  
See Printing Photographs  
Directly from a Canon  
Bubble Jet Direct  
Compatible Digital  
Cameraon page 84.  
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Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Device  
To connect a PictBridge compliant device to this printer, use the USB cable supplied  
with the device.  
Do not connect any equipment other than PictBridge compliant devices or  
Canon Bubble Jet Direct compatible digital camera to the Direct Print Port  
of the printer. If you do so, electric shock, fire, or damage to the device  
could result.  
z When printing photos with the digital device connected to the printer,  
it is advisable to use the AC adapter supplied with the device. If you  
use the device battery, be sure to charge it fully.  
z The Print Head cannot be aligned using the controls of the digital  
device. The print head alignment can be performed simply by pressing  
the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer, or by connecting the  
printer to the computer and then executing automatic print head  
alignment. Refer to Aligning the Print Headon page 60.  
1
Set up the printer.  
2
Turn on the printer.  
See Turning on the Printeron page 2.  
3
Load the paper in the printer.  
See Loading Paperon page 4.  
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Connect the PictBridge compliant device to the printer.  
4
Depending on the model or brand of your device, you may have to select a  
print mode compliant with PictBridge before connecting the device.  
You may also have to turn on the device or select Play mode manually  
after connecting the device to the printer.  
Perform necessary operations according to the instruction manual  
supplied with your device.  
(1) Make sure the device is turned off.  
(2) Connect the device to the printer using the USB cable.  
Some types of the device turn on automatically, when connected to  
the printer. For a device not turns on automatically, turn it on  
manually.  
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(3) Turn on and set up the device for direct printing.  
When the connection between the device and printer has been established, the  
POWER lamp on the printer flashes twice.  
*
The power-on sequence may differ depending on the model or brand of the device.  
Either of the following icons will display on the LCD display of the device when  
the printer is correctly connected.  
A PictBridge-compliant device.  
A Canon Bubble Jet Direct compatible digital camera.  
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device  
When operating the device, be sure to follow the instructions given in the instruction  
manual supplied with the device. Let’s take a look at the paper size, paper type, layout,  
image optimization modes, and date/file number printing modes that can be set on a  
PictBridge compliant device connected to the printer.  
Checking or Changing PictBridge Print Settings From Your Camera  
To change the PictBridge print settings, operate your device to select the PictBridge  
print setup mode and confirm or change the settings.  
When a PictBridge-compatible device is connected and printing is started with no  
printing option selected, this printer operates based on the following default settings:  
• Paper size ...............4" x 6"  
• Paper type ..............Photo (Photo Paper Plus Glossy)  
• Layout ....................Borderless  
• Trimming ................Off (No trimming)  
• Image optimize .......ExifPrint  
• Date/File No. print...Off (No printing)  
Additional settings  
The settings explained below cannot be made depending on the brand or model of  
your device. If any setting cannot be made, the default setting explained above is  
used.  
Names of settings that are displayed on Canon PictBridge compliant device are used  
in the description given below. Different names may be displayed on your device  
depending on the brand or model.  
For details, refer to your device’s instruction manual.  
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Advanced Printing  
About the Image Data Format for Printing  
This printer accepts images* taken with a camera compatible with the Design rule for  
Camera File System and PNG files.  
*
Exif2.21 compliant  
About “Paper size” and “Paper type”  
By default, 4" x 6" is selected from Paper size and Photo (Photo Paper Plus Glossy) is  
selected from Paper type for this printer. To use Photo Paper Pro, select Fast Photo from  
Paper type.  
The following sizes and types of paper can be loaded in the printer by selecting options  
from Paper size and Paper type.  
“Paper size” setting  
“Paper type” setting  
Photo (Default)  
Photo  
Paper loaded in printer  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss  
Glossy Photo Paper  
10 x 15 cm/4" x 6"  
(Default)  
Photo  
Photo  
Photo Stickers*1  
Fast Photo  
Photo  
Photo Paper Pro  
13 x 18 cm/5" x 7"*2  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy  
Glossy Photo Paper  
5.4 x 8.6 cm/Credit Card  
Photo  
A4/8.5" x 11" (Letter)*3*4 Photo  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss  
Glossy Photo Paper  
Photo  
Photo  
Fast Photo  
Photo Paper Pro  
*1 This paper is exclusively used to print photo stickers. When printing on sticker paper, select 4" x 6" in Paper size.  
*2 This size can be selected only for Canon PictBridge compliant devices (note that it cannot be selected for some  
models).  
*3 When A4 or 8.5" x 11" (Letter) is selected in Paper size, you can select Plain Paper in Paper type. When Plain Paper is  
selected in Paper type, bordered printing will be performed even if you select Borderless in Layout.  
*4 When A4 or 8.5" x 11" (Letter) is selected in Paper size, you can print in 4-up layout.  
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About “Layout” and “Trimming”  
By default, Borderless is selected for Layout and Off (No trimming) is selected for  
Trimming for this printer.  
When printing onto Photo Stickers (16-up), use the following settings.  
1. Select the Auto Sheet Feeder as the paper source. See Loading Plain  
Paper in the Auto Sheet Feederon page 7.  
Always load Photo Stickers in the Auto Sheet Feeder.  
2. Select 10 x 15 cm / 4" x 6" for the Paper size, and Photo for the Paper  
type.  
3. Select N-up for Layout, then select 16.  
Some PictBridge compliant devices display the Layout option; 2-up, 4-  
up, 9-up, and 16-up. In this case always select 16-up.  
If there are no options on the PictBridge compliant device that  
correspond to 2-up, 4-up, 9-up, or 16-up, printing on stickers is not  
possible.  
About “Image optimize”  
By default, ExifPrint is selected for this printer.  
If you use a Canon PictBridge-compatible device, you can select VIVID, NR, VIVID+NR,  
or Face. (Note that these options cannot be selected for some models.)  
z When VIVID is selected, green and blue portions of photos are printed  
vividly.  
z When NR (Noise Reduction) is selected, noise in blue portions, such as  
the sky, and dark portions is removed.  
z When VIVID+NR is selected, functions of both VIVID and NR are  
performed.  
z When Face is selected, backlit images are corrected.  
About “Date/File No. print”  
By default, Off is selected for this printer.  
If you select an image which has had the shooting date embedded in it using a camera  
with the print mode, select Off for this function. If you select Date, File No., or Both, the  
date and/or file number will be printed over the embedded date.  
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Advanced Printing  
Other Settings  
If you use a Canon PictBridge-compliant device, you can use the following print  
settings. (Note that these print settings cannot be used for some models.) For details,  
refer to your device’s instruction manual.  
• Shooting Info (Exif Data)  
You can print shooting info (Exif data) on photos in list format, or in the margins of  
specified photos.  
Select Layout, then select the item displayed with the [i] icon.  
• 35 mm Film Style Layout (Contact Printing Layout)  
You can print selected photos or index-specified photos as 35 mm film style layout  
(contact printing layout).  
Select Layout then select the item displayed with the film icon.  
z Never disconnect the USB cable during printing.  
z When disconnecting the USB cable between the device and printer,  
follow the instructions given in the instruction manual of the device.  
z Controls of the device cannot be used for the following functions:  
- Print quality setting  
- Printer maintenance  
z For the device operation method and troubleshooting, refer to your  
device manual. For print error messages, see Cannot Print Properly  
from the Digital Cameraon page 81.  
Checking or Changing PictBridge Print Settings From the Printer  
Connecting this printer to a computer and using the Canon Setup Utility enables you to  
change items such as the paper type, paper size, and the standard PictBridge print  
settings. For details, refer to the User’s Guide.  
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Advanced Printing  
Accessing the Printer Driver (Windows)  
The printer properties dialog box can be opened from either within an application, or  
directly from the Windows Start menu.  
This manual refers to Windows XP SP2 operation.  
The operations may vary depending on the version of your Windows operating  
system.  
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box from Your Application  
Program  
Depending on your application program, the command and menu names  
may differ, and there may be more steps involved in opening the printer  
properties dialog box. For more details, see the user’s manual for your  
application.  
1
In your application, select the command to print a document.  
The Print dialog box can usually be opened by selecting Print from the File menu.  
2
Ensure that the name of your printer is selected. Then click Preferences (or  
Properties).  
The printer properties dialog box opens.  
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start  
Menu  
This method is used for printer maintenance and configuring shared print settings for  
all application programs.  
1
Click Start and select Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then  
Printers and Faxes.  
For non-Windows XP, click Start, select Settings, and then Printers.  
2
Select the icon of your printer.  
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Open the File menu and select Printing Preferences (or Properties).  
3
The printer properties dialog box opens.  
When opening the printer properties dialog box from Properties, the tabs related to  
the Windows function (e.g., the Ports tab, or the Details tab) are displayed. These  
tabs are not displayed, when the printer properties dialog box is opened from  
Printing Preferences or applications. For details about these tabs, refer to the  
Windows documentation.  
For details on how to set each function, refer to the Help or Printer Driver  
Guide.  
Using the Bundled Software  
The Setup Software & User’s Guide CD-ROM includes photo applications designed to edit  
the photographs taken by a digital camera and print them as photo-lab quality prints  
without standard white borders. Please use the application(s) suitable for your print  
purposes.  
z To install applications, refer to the Easy Setup Instructions.  
z For details about using the photo applications, refer to the Photo Application  
Guide.  
Easy-PhotoPrint (Windows/Macintosh)  
You can make a Borderless Print easily and quickly, just by selecting a photograph  
taken with a digital camera and the paper type on which to print. Also it has tools to  
correct red eye caused by the camera’s flash or smooth and beautify the facial skin. It  
is compatible with ExifPrint*.  
PhotoRecord (Windows)  
You can create fun and unique photo albums with the decorative themes such as frame,  
background, and clip-art. You can also copy or move the decorated photos.  
It is compatible with ExifPrint*.  
Easy-WebPrint (Windows)  
You can easily print out homepages displayed on Internet Explorer® in full size without  
its right-hand side being cropped. This application is automatically added to the  
Internet Explorer toolbar. Internet Explorer 5.5 or later must be installed.  
*
ExifPrint is the worldwide standard. Under ExifPrint, the digital camera can record data tags for specific camera  
settings and functions such as whether the flash was on or off, if the camera was in portrait or night scene mode, etc.  
Canon PIXMA Printers support ExifPrint and use a suitable photo application to read the camera data precisely,  
producing optimal prints. This enables you to create prints that reproduce color more accurately.  
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Printing Maintenance  
Printing Maintenance  
Replacing an Ink Tank  
Replace ink tank(s) if they are out of ink. When replacing them, check the model numbers  
and their installation positions.  
With this printer, the ink tanks must be installed in the order (from left to right) indicated  
below:  
z Black: CLI-8BK  
z Black: PGI-5BK  
z Yellow: CLI-8Y  
z Magenta: CLI-8M  
z Cyan: CLI-8C  
Should missing characters or white streaks appear despite sufficient ink levels,  
refer to When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrecton page 46.  
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Printing Maintenance  
Getting the Ink Level Information  
Ink Level Indication on the Printer  
You can confirm the ink level in each ink tank through the ink tank lamps. Open the Top  
Cover of the printer to see how the ink tank lamps light or flash.  
Ink is low: The ink tank lamp flashes slowly (at about three second interval). Prepare  
a new ink tank.  
Repeats  
Ink is out: The ink tank lamp flashes quickly (at about a second interval), and the  
ALARM lamp on the printer flashes orange four times. Replace the ink  
tank with a new one.  
Repeats  
*
When the ALARM lamp on the printer flashes orange seven or thirteen times, an error has occurred and therefore the  
printer is unable to print. For details, refer to Handling Error Messageson page 77.  
Ink Level Indication on the PC  
Open the Canon IJ Status Monitor to check the ink level information.  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
See Accessing the Printer Driver (Windows)on page 35.  
2. Click View Printer Status on the Maintenance tab.  
The following message will be displayed.  
*
You can also display the Canon IJ Status Monitor by clicking the Canon IJ Status Monitor button which appears on  
the taskbar during printing.  
Confirm whether any symbols are  
displayed here.  
Ink is low: The [!] symbol appears above an ink tank that is low.  
Ink is out: The [x] symbol appears above an empty ink tank. Click Ink Details to  
show the ink tank information, then replace the ink tank with a new one.  
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Printing Maintenance  
Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility to check the ink level information.  
1. Select Applications from the Go menu, and then double-click the Utilities folder.  
2. Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, double-click the Print Center icon.  
3. Select the name of your printer from the Name list and click Utility.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, select the name of your printer from the Name list and  
click Configure.  
4. Select the name of your printer from the Product list and click Maintenance.  
The Canon IJ Printer Utility launches.  
5. Select Ink Level Information from the pop-up menu.  
The following dialog box is displayed.  
Confirm whether any symbols are  
displayed here.  
Ink is low: The [!] symbol appears above an ink tank that is low.  
Ink is out: The [x] symbol appears above an empty ink tank. Click About ink to  
show the ink tank information, then replace the ink tank with a new one.  
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Knowing When to Replace Ink Tanks  
The ALARM lamp flashes orange four times once any one of the ink tanks is out of ink. If  
ink is out during printing, a message will be displayed on your PC. Check to see which  
ink tank is out of ink, and replace it with a new one. Close the Top Cover after ink tank  
replacement to resume printing.  
z If printing has not finished, you can continue printing for a while by pressing the  
RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer with the empty ink tank installed. However, you  
will need to replace it with a new one as soon as printing finishes. If you continue  
printing with an empty ink tank, it may damage the printer.  
*
Printing does not resume if any of the ink tanks are removed. Be sure to press the RESUME/CANCEL button with the  
ink tanks installed.  
*
Continuing to print in the out of ink state will cause the remaining ink level to be displayed incorrectly in the Canon IJ  
Status Monitor.  
z Click Cancel Printing to cancel printing. Replace the ink tank with a new one.  
Ink tank with no ink  
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z If printing has not finished, you can continue printing for a while by pressing the  
RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer with the empty ink tank installed. However, you  
will need to replace it with a new one as soon as printing finishes. If you continue  
printing with an empty ink tank, it may damage the printer.  
*
Printing does not resume if any of the ink tanks are removed. Be sure to press the RESUME/CANCEL button with the  
ink tanks installed.  
*
Continuing to print in the out of ink state will cause the remaining ink level to be displayed incorrectly in the Canon IJ  
Printer Utility.  
z Click Delete Job to cancel the current printing job. Click Stop Job to stop the current  
printing job. Click Stop All Jobs to stop all printing jobs. Replace the ink tank with a new  
one.  
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Replacing Ink Tanks  
When an ink tank runs out of ink, replace it using the following steps.  
1
Ensure that the printer is on, and then open the Paper Output Tray.  
Push the Open Button above the Paper Output Tray. The Paper Output Tray  
automatically opens.  
2
Open the Top Cover.  
The Print Head Holder moves to the center.  
If the Top Cover is left open for more than 10 minutes, the Print Head  
Holder moves to the right. Close and reopen the Top Cover to return the  
holder to the center.  
3
Remove the ink tank whose lamp is flashing fast.  
Do not touch the lock lever;  
remove only the ink tank.  
Push the tab and remove  
the ink tank.  
z Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding  
area.  
z Discard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations  
regarding disposal of consumables.  
Be sure to replace ink tanks one by one when replacing more than one ink  
tank.  
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4
Prepare a replacement tank.  
Do not  
touch the  
electrical  
contacts.  
(1) Unpack the new ink tank and completely pull off the orange tape. Then, remove  
the film completely.  
(2) Remove the orange protective cap from the bottom of the ink tank and discard it.  
z Be sure to remove the clear film from the ink tank in the exact  
order shown in step 4-(1), as failure to follow this step may cause  
the ink to leak and stain your clothes and hands.  
z Do not touch the electrical contacts on the ink tank. Doing so can  
cause the printer to malfunction or become unable to print.  
z Do not squeeze the side of ink tanks as this may cause the ink to  
leak out and stain your clothes and hands.  
z Do not re-attach the protective cap once you have removed it.  
z Do not touch the open ink port once the protective cap is  
removed, as this may prevent the ink from being ejected  
properly.  
z Ink on the removed protective cap may stain your clothes and  
hands.  
z Ensure that all the orange tape has been peeled off along the  
perforation. If there remains a part of the orange tape, ink may  
not be ejected correctly.  
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Insert the ink tank.  
5
Lamp lights red  
(1) Insert the ink tank into the Print Head.  
(2) Press on the mark on the ink tank until the ink tank snaps firmly into place.  
(3) Ensure that the ink tank lamp lights red.  
Ensure that all the ink tanks are installed in the order directed by the  
label. The printer cannot be used unless all the ink tanks are installed.  
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6
Close the Inner Cover and the Top Cover.  
The Print Head Holder moves to the right. The ink tank installation process is now  
complete.  
z Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed. Printing will not occur if the Inner  
Cover is open.  
z The ALARM lamp still flashes orange after the Top Cover is closed if an  
ink tank is not installed properly. Open the Top Cover and make sure  
that all the ink tanks are installed in the correct order directed on the  
label.  
z To maintain optimal print quality, use an ink tank within six months of  
its first use.  
z Once an ink tank has been used, do not remove it from the printer and  
leave it out in the open. This will cause the ink tank to dry out and the  
printer may not operate properly if it is reinstalled.  
z Color ink consumption may occur even when black-and-white or  
grayscale printing is specified.  
Color ink is consumed in the head cleaning and deep cleaning, which  
are necessary to maintain the printer’s capabilities.  
z When you start printing after replacing the ink tank, the printer  
executes Print Head Cleaning automatically. Do not perform any other  
operations until the Print Head Cleaning finishes. The POWER lamp  
flashes green during cleaning.  
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When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect  
When printing becomes faint or colors are incorrect, even if ink remains in the ink tanks, the  
Print Head nozzles are probably clogged. Follow the procedures below to clean the nozzles.  
If the ruled lines are shifted after running the print head maintenance, align the Print Head.  
Before printing the nozzle check pattern or cleaning the Print Head, check the  
following;  
z Open the Top Cover and make sure that all the ink tanks click into place and  
then their lamps light red.  
If any one of the lamps is flashing, the associated ink tank is empty or  
running low. Replace the ink tank. See Replacing Ink Tankson page 42.  
If an ink tank lamp is flashing even though ink remains in that ink tank, it is  
inserted in the wrong position. Make sure that the correct ink tank color is  
inserted in each position. See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
If the ink tank lamp is unlit, press the  
mark on the ink tank to fully insert  
it. Make sure that all packaging material is peeled off the ink tank. See  
Replacing Ink Tankson page 42.  
z Increase the Print Quality setting in the printer driver settings.  
See Print Results Not Satisfactory or Contains Errorson page 67.  
Step 1  
See Printing the Nozzle Check Patternon page 47  
After print head  
cleaning, print the  
nozzle check pattern.  
If missing lines or white stripes appear  
Step 2  
Step 3  
See Print Head Cleaningon page 52  
If the problem remains after performing print head cleaning twice  
See Print Head Deep Cleaningon page 56  
If Print Head Deep Cleaning does not resolve the problem, the Print Head may  
be defective. Contact the Customer Care Center.  
z If the ruled lines are shifted  
Step 1  
See Aligning the Print Headon page 60  
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Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern  
Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the Print  
Head nozzles. Use this function when printed results are blurred or the color is incorrect.  
z Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed.  
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Without a Computer  
z Nozzle check pattern printing can also be executed from the printer itself.  
1. With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto  
Sheet Feeder or Cassette.  
2. Press the Paper Feed Switch to select the paper source in which you loaded  
the paper.  
3. Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button until the POWER lamp flashes  
green twice, and then release it immediately.  
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern  
1
With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet  
Feeder or Cassette.  
2
3
Press the Paper Feed Switch to select the paper source in which you loaded  
the paper.  
Open the printer properties dialog box.  
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start Menuon  
page 35.  
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Print the Nozzle Check Pattern.  
4
(1) Click the Maintenance tab.  
(2) Click Nozzle Check.  
(3) Read the message and click Print Check Pattern.  
The nozzle check pattern will be printed.  
Clicking Initial Check Items displays the items to be checked before  
printing the pattern.  
5
Examine the pattern and take the appropriate action.  
See Examining the Nozzle Check Patternon page 50.  
1
With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet  
Feeder or Cassette.  
2
Press the Paper Feed Switch to select the paper source in which you loaded  
the paper.  
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3
4
Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.  
(1) Select Applications from the Go menu, and then double-click the Utilities folder.  
(2) Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, double-click the Print Center icon.  
(3) Select the name of your printer from the Name list and click Utility.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, select the name of your printer from the Name list  
and click Configure.  
(4) Select the name of your printer from the Product list and click Maintenance.  
Print the Nozzle Check Pattern.  
(1) Select Test Print from the  
pop-up menu.  
(2) Click Nozzle Check.  
(3) Read the message and click Print Check Pattern.  
The nozzle check pattern will be printed.  
Clicking Initial Check Items displays the items to be checked before  
printing the pattern.  
5
Examine the pattern and take the appropriate action.  
See Examining the Nozzle Check Patternon page 50.  
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Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern  
The nozzle check pattern should appear as follows when ink is discharged properly.  
Examine the nozzle check pattern output by the printer, and clean the Print Head when  
necessary.  
The nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly if there is not  
enough ink. Replace the ink tank if the remaining amount of ink is  
insufficient.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
1
Confirm the printed nozzle check pattern.  
(1)  
(2)  
(1) If line of this pattern are missing, the “Black” print head nozzle needs cleaning.  
Example: When line are missing  
(2) If these patterns have white stripes, the “Color” print head nozzle needs  
cleaning.  
Example: When white stripes appear  
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2
When cleaning is necessary, click Cleaning on the Pattern Check dialog box.  
If you want to continue to clean the Print Head from here, go to step 3-(3) of the  
Windows or Macintosh Print Head Cleaning procedures as appropriate.  
See Print Head Cleaningon page 52.  
If no lines of the group (1) pattern are missing, and the group (2) patterns have no  
white stripes, click Exit or Quit.  
Nozzle Check Pattern examination finishes.  
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Print Head Cleaning  
Clean the Print Head if missing lines or white stripes appear in the nozzle check pattern.  
Note that cleaning the Print Head causes waste ink to be absorbed in the waste ink  
absorber. Cleaning the Print Head consumes ink, so perform Print Head Cleaning only when  
necessary.  
z Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed.  
Cleaning the Print Head Without a Computer  
z The Print Head can also be cleaned from the printer itself. With the printer on,  
hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button until the POWER lamp flashes green  
once, and then release it immediately.  
The Print Head Cleaning dialog box of step 3-(3) is directly displayed when you  
click Cleaning on the Pattern Check dialog box.  
See Examining the Nozzle Check Patternon page 50.  
1
Ensure that the printer is on.  
2
Open the printer properties dialog box.  
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start Menuon  
page 35.  
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3
Start Print Head Cleaning.  
(1) Click the Maintenance tab.  
(2) Click Cleaning.  
(3) Select the ink group to clean.  
When cleaning the nozzles of black  
ink tanks: select Black to clean the  
nozzles of PGI-5BK, Color to clean the  
nozzles of CLI-8BK.  
Clicking Initial Check Items displays  
the items to be checked before  
cleaning.  
(4) Click Execute.  
Print Head Cleaning starts when the POWER lamp starts blinking green.  
Do not perform any other operations until the Print Head Cleaning  
finishes. This takes about 50 seconds.  
(5) Read the message and click Print Check Pattern to print the nozzle check pattern.  
The nozzle check pattern is printed.  
Do not perform any other operations until the nozzle check pattern  
printing finishes.  
The nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly if there is not  
enough ink. Replace the ink tank if the remaining amount of ink is  
insufficient.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
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Check the Print Head condition with the printed nozzle check pattern.  
See Examining the Nozzle Check Patternon page 50.  
If the problem remains after performing Print Head Cleaning twice, try  
Print Head Deep Cleaning.  
See Print Head Deep Cleaningon page 56.  
The Cleaning dialog box of step 3-(3) is directly displayed when you click  
Cleaning on the Pattern Check dialog box.  
See Examining the Nozzle Check Patternon page 50.  
1
Ensure that the printer is on.  
2
Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.  
(1) Select Applications from the Go menu, and then double-click the Utilities folder.  
(2) Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, double-click the Print Center icon.  
(3) Select the name of your printer from the Name list and click Utility.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, select the name of your printer from the Name list  
and click Configure.  
(4) Select the name of your printer from the Product list and click Maintenance.  
3
Start Print Head Cleaning.  
(1) Ensure that Cleaning is selected  
from the pop-up menu.  
(2) Click Cleaning.  
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(3) Select the ink group to clean.  
When cleaning the nozzles of black  
ink tanks: select Black to clean the  
nozzles of PGI-5BK, Color to clean the  
nozzles of CLI-8BK.  
Clicking Initial Check Items  
displays the items to be checked  
before cleaning.  
(4) Click OK.  
Print Head Cleaning starts when the POWER lamp starts blinking green.  
Do not perform any other operations until the Print Head Cleaning  
finishes. This takes about 50 seconds.  
(5) Read the message and click Print Check Pattern to print the nozzle check pattern.  
The nozzle check pattern is printed.  
Do not perform any other operations until the nozzle check pattern  
printing finishes.  
The nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly if there is not  
enough ink. Replace the ink tank if the remaining amount of ink is  
insufficient.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
4
Check the Print Head condition with the printed nozzle check pattern.  
See Examining the Nozzle Check Patternon page 50.  
If the problem remains after performing Print Head Cleaning twice, try  
Print Head Deep Cleaning.  
See Print Head Deep Cleaningon page 56.  
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Print Head Deep Cleaning  
If print quality does not improve by standard Print Head Cleaning, try Print Head Deep  
Cleaning, which is a more powerful process. Note that cleaning the Print Head causes waste  
ink to be absorbed in the waste ink absorber. Print Head Deep Cleaning consumes more ink  
than standard Print Head Cleaning, so perform this procedure only when necessary.  
Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed.  
1
Ensure that the printer is on.  
2
Open the printer properties dialog box.  
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start Menuon  
page 35.  
3
Start Print Head Deep Cleaning.  
(1) Click the Maintenance tab.  
(2) Click Deep Cleaning.  
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(3) Select the ink group to clean.  
When cleaning the nozzles of black  
ink tanks: select Black to clean the  
nozzles of PGI-5BK, Color to clean  
the nozzles of CLI-8BK.  
Clicking Initial Check Items  
displays the items to be checked  
before cleaning.  
(4) Click Execute.  
(5) When the confirmation message is displayed, click OK.  
Print Head Deep Cleaning starts when the POWER lamp starts blinking green.  
Do not perform any other operation until the Print Head Deep  
Cleaning finishes. This takes about 90 seconds.  
4
Print the nozzle check pattern to check the Print Head condition.  
See Printing the Nozzle Check Patternon page 47.  
If a particular color is not printed properly, replace the ink tank of that color. See  
Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
z If the print head nozzles are still not clean, open the Top Cover and  
ensure that there are sufficient ink levels in all ink tanks and turn off  
the printer. Be sure to perform another Print Head Deep Cleaning 24  
hours after turning off the printer.  
z If this does not solve the problem, the Print Head may be worn out.  
Contact the Customer Care Center.  
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1
Ensure that the printer is on.  
2
Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.  
(1) Select Applications from the Go menu, and then double-click the Utilities folder.  
(2) Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, double-click the Print Center icon.  
(3) Select the name of your printer from the Name list and click Utility.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, select the name of your printer from the Name list  
and click Configure.  
(4) Select the name of your printer from the Product list and click Maintenance.  
3
Start Print Head Deep Cleaning.  
(1) Ensure that Cleaning is  
selected from the pop-up  
menu.  
(2) Click Deep Cleaning.  
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(3) Select the ink group to clean.  
When cleaning the nozzles of black  
ink tanks: select Black to clean the  
nozzles of PGI-5BK, Color to clean  
the nozzles of CLI-8BK.  
Clicking Initial Check Items  
displays the items to be checked  
before cleaning.  
(4) Click OK.  
Print Head Deep Cleaning starts when the POWER lamp starts blinking green.  
Do not perform any other operation until the Print Head Deep Cleaning  
finishes. This takes about 90 seconds.  
4
Print the nozzle check pattern to check the Print Head condition.  
See Printing the Nozzle Check Patternon page 47.  
If a particular color is not printed properly, replace the ink tank of that color. See  
Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
z If the print head nozzles are still not clean, open the Top Cover and  
ensure that there are sufficient ink levels in all ink tanks and turn off  
the printer. Be sure to perform another Print Head Deep Cleaning 24  
hours after turning off the printer.  
z If this does not solve the problem, the Print Head may be worn out.  
Contact the Customer Care Center.  
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Aligning the Print Head  
This operation must be carried out when using the printer for the first time. Aligning the  
Print Head positions allows you to print without shifts in the color registration.  
Print head alignment is performed either automatically or manually. This section deals with  
automatic Print Head alignment only.  
z Automatic print head alignment cannot be performed from the Cassette.  
Always load paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder.  
z Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed.  
Aligning the Print Head Without a Computer  
z The Print Head can also be aligned from the printer itself. If the printer driver  
is not installed in the computer, align the print head in this way.  
1. With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto  
Sheet Feeder.  
2. Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button until the POWER lamp flashes  
green four times, and then release it immediately.  
1
With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet  
Feeder.  
2
Open the printer properties dialog box.  
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start Menuon  
page 35.  
3
Print the pattern.  
(1) Click the Maintenance tab.  
(2) Click Print Head Alignment.  
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(3) Read the message and click Print  
Head Alignment.  
It takes about four minutes to complete printing. Do not open the Top  
Cover while printing.  
Clicking Check Setting prints the current settings and finishes the print  
head alignment.  
4
Check the printed pattern.  
If the pattern is printed as shown below, the Print Head is aligned automatically. The  
printer is now ready to use.  
z If the pattern is not printed successfully, refer to “Eleven flashes” in  
Handling Error Messageson page 77.  
z If results of Automatic Print Head Alignment are not satisfactory, refer  
to “Routine Maintenance” of the User’s Guide and align the Print Head  
manually.  
z The pattern is printed in black and blue.  
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1
With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet  
Feeder.  
2
Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.  
(1) Select Applications from the Go menu, and then double-click the Utilities folder.  
(2) Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, double-click the Print Center icon.  
(3) Select the name of your printer from the Name list and click Utility.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, select the name of your printer from the Name list  
and click Configure.  
(4) Select the name of your printer from the Product list and click Maintenance.  
3
Print the pattern.  
(1) Select Test Print from the  
pop-up menu.  
(2) Click Print Head Alignment.  
(3) Read the message and click  
Print Head Alignment.  
It takes about four minutes to complete printing. Do not open the Top  
Cover while printing.  
Clicking Check Setting prints the current settings and finishes the print  
head alignment.  
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4
Check the printed pattern.  
If the pattern is printed as shown below, the Print Head is aligned automatically. The  
printer is now ready to use.  
z If the pattern is not printed successfully, refer to “Eleven flashes” in  
Handling Error Messageson page 77.  
z If results of Automatic Print Head Alignment are not satisfactory, refer  
to “Routine Maintenance” of the User’s Guide and align the Print Head  
manually.  
z The pattern is printed in black and blue.  
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Troubleshooting  
This section provides troubleshooting tips for the most common printing problems.  
Troubleshooting usually falls into one of the following categories.  
z Cannot Install the Printer Driveron page 65  
z Cannot Connect to PC Properlyon page 66  
z Print Results Not Satisfactory or Contains Errorson page 67  
z Troubleshooting Printer Hardwareon page 70  
z Paper Does Not Feed Properlyon page 72  
z Paper Jamson page 73  
z Handling Error Messageson page 77  
z An Error Message Appears on the Screenon page 79  
z Cannot Print Properly from the Digital Cameraon page 81  
Refer to the User’s Guide for additional information on topics not covered in this section.  
When an Error Occurs  
When an error occurs in printing such as the printer is out of paper or paper jams, a  
troubleshooting message is displayed automatically. Take the appropriate action described  
in the message.  
The message may vary depending on the version of your Windows operating system.  
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Cannot Install the Printer Driver  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Cannot Install the Installation  
Printer Driver procedure not  
followed correctly  
Follow the Easy Setup Instructions packaged with your printer for proper printer  
driver installation.  
If the installer was forced to be terminated due to an error, Windows may be  
unstable. Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive and restart your computer.  
Reinstall the printer driver. If this problem persists, refer to your Windows  
documentation for more information.  
Other applications Other applications opened on your computer can interfere with the installation  
(includinganti-virus routine. Close all open software applications before reinstalling the printer driver.  
software) running  
in the background  
Refer to the Easy Setup Instructions for installing the printer driver.  
Installation does  
not start  
If the printer driver installation did not start automatically when you inserted the  
Setup Software & User’s Guide CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive:  
automatically when  
the Setup Software  
& User’s Guide CD-  
ROM is inserted  
into the drive  
1. Click Start and select My Computer.  
2. Double-click the CD-ROM icon.  
For non-Windows XP, open the My Computer window, and then double-click the  
CD-ROM icon.  
Double-click the CD-ROM icon on your desktop to start installation.  
If the CD-ROM icon is not displayed on the desktop, there is a problem with the CD-  
ROM. Contact the Customer Care Center.  
Reinstall the printer driver.  
1. Click Cancel on the Printer Connection  
screen.  
2. Click Start Over on the Installation  
Failure screen.  
Unable to proceed  
beyond the Printer  
Connection screen  
3. Click Back on the screen that appears  
next.  
4. Click Exit on the Welcome screen, then  
remove the CD-ROM.  
5. Turn the printer off.  
6. Check the cable connection.  
7. Restart the computer.  
8. Carefully follow the procedures  
described in the Easy Setup  
Instructions and reinstall the driver.  
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Cannot Connect to PC Properly  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Printing Speed Is Your environment is If your environment is not fully compatible with USB 2.0, the printer will operate at  
Slow / USB 2.0  
Hi-Speed  
not fully compatible a lower speed provided under USB 1.1.  
with USB 2.0.  
Check the following to ensure that your PC environment supports USB 2.0 Hi-  
Speed connection.  
Connection Does  
Not Work  
z
z
The USB port on your PC supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection.  
Both the USB cable and USB hub support USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection.  
Be sure to use a certified USB 2.0 Hi-Speed cable. You are recommended to use  
the cable no longer than 3 meters.  
z
z
Your PC supports the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection.  
Obtain the latest version of the OS update program and install it on your PC.  
The USB 2.0 Hi-Speed driver operates properly.  
Obtain the latest version of the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed driver and install it on your  
PC.  
Your environment is See Printing Speed Is Slow / USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Connection Does Not Workon  
not fully compatible page 66.  
with USB 2.0.  
When you  
connect to a  
computer  
running Windows  
XP, the screen  
shows the  
warning message  
“High-SPEEDUSB  
Device Plugged  
into non-High-  
SPEED USB Hub”  
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Print Results Not Satisfactory or Contains Errors  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Ink does not eject  
Print Head nozzles are Open the Top Cover and check if all ink tank lamps are lit.  
properly/Printing is clogged  
Blurred/Colors are  
Wrong/White  
See “Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
Print the nozzle check pattern to check for uneven ink output.  
See “Printing the Nozzle Check Patternon page 47.  
Streaks appear  
When a specific color is missing from the nozzle check pattern, clean the Print  
Head.  
See “Print Head Cleaningon page 52.  
Print Head is  
misaligned  
Perform Automatic Print Head Alignment.  
See “Aligning the Print Headon page 60.  
If this does not solve the problem, refer to “Routine Maintenance” of the  
User’s Guide and align the Print Head manually.  
Paper loaded wrong  
side up  
Check the print side of the paper.  
Follow the instructions packaged with your specialty media for  
loading and handling.  
Incorrect paper type  
On the Main tab of the printer driver, ensure that the Media Type selected  
matches the paper loaded.  
In the Print dialog box of the printer driver, select Quality & Media from the  
pop-up menu, and then ensure that the Media Type selected matches the  
paper loaded.  
Glossy photo paper Select Other Photo Paper from Media Type. It may resolve the problem. Load  
other than the Canon one sheet at a time and remove each sheet as soon as it is printed.  
specialty media is  
used  
Print Quality is not set Be sure to set the Print Quality setting to High in Windows, or Fine in  
properly  
Macintosh.  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
2. On the Main tab, click High for the Print Quality setting.  
When you cannot choose the High setting or when the print quality does  
not improve, select Custom, click Set and then adjust the Quality bar for  
higher print quality.  
1. Open the Print dialog box.  
2. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu and then click Detailed  
Setting.  
3. Drag the Print Quality slide bar to the Fine end.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Printed Ruled Lines Print Head is  
are Displaced  
Align the Print Head. See Aligning the Print Headon page 60.  
misaligned  
Print Quality not set  
properly  
Be sure to set the Print Quality setting to High in Windows, or Fine in  
Macintosh.  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
2. On the Main tab, click High for the Print Quality setting.  
When you cannot choose the High setting or when the print quality does  
not improve, select Custom, click Set and then adjust the Quality bar for  
higher print quality.  
1. Open the Print dialog box.  
2. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu and then click Detailed  
Setting.  
3. Drag the Print Quality slide bar to Fine end.  
Printed Paper Curls Paper being used is  
too thin  
Use High Resolution Paper, Photo Paper Pro or other Canon specialty paper to  
print images that have high color saturation.  
or Ink Blots  
Incorrect paper type  
On the Main tab of the printer driver, ensure that the Media Type selected  
matches the paper loaded.  
In the Print dialog box of the printer driver, select Quality & Media from the  
pop-up menu, and then ensure that the Media Type selected matches the  
paper loaded.  
Printed Surface is  
Scratched/Back of type is used  
Paper is Smudged  
Inappropriate paper  
Check to see if the paper you are printing on is too thick or curled.  
See “Print Media to Avoidon page 4.  
Note that smudging may occur at the top and bottom edges of the paper when  
using Borderless Printing. Ensure that the paper you are using is compatible  
with Borderless Printing.  
Paper feed roller is  
dirty  
Clean the paper feed roller.  
See Paper Does Not Feed Properlyon page 72.  
Inside of the printer is If the inside of the printer is dirty, printed paper may be smudged. Periodically  
dirty  
clean the inside of the printer.  
See “Cleaning the Inside of the Printer” in the User’s Guide.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Printed Surface is  
Scratched/Back of  
Paper is Smudged  
Thick paper is used  
Select the Prevent paper abrasion check box to widen the clearance between  
the Print Head and the loaded paper.  
Clear the Prevent paper abrasion check box once printing is  
complete.  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
2. Click the Maintenance tab and then Custom Settings.  
In Windows XP and Windows 2000  
When not logged on as a computer administrator or  
Administrators, you cannot open the Custom Settings dialog  
box.  
For further information on how to log on as an administrator,  
refer to your Windows documentation.  
3. Select the Prevent paper abrasion check box and click Send.  
Click OK when the confirmation message appears.  
1. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.  
2. Select Custom Settings from the pop-up menu.  
3. Select the Prevent paper abrasion check box.  
When the Prevent paper abrasion check box is selected in the printer  
properties dialog box (Windows) or selected from Custom Settings in the  
Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box (Macintosh), the setting is also applied  
under direct printing with the digital camera.  
Paper abrasion can be prevented by pressing the RESUME/  
CANCEL button on the printer. With the printer on, hold down the  
RESUME/CANCEL button until the POWER lamp flashes green  
seven times, and then release the button. To cancel the setting,  
turn off the printer.  
Media is curled  
If the paper is curled, it may become marked or not feed properly. Use paper  
after correcting paper curl as follows.  
1. Place the paper on a flat surface with the print side*1 face up, then cover it  
with plain regular paper to avoid damaging the surface.  
2. Roll up the paper in the opposite direction as shown in the figure below.  
(1)  
(2)  
*1  
3. Check the printing paper if paper curl is corrected within approximately 2  
to 5 mm / 0.08 to 0.2 in*2  
It is recommended to print the curl-corrected paper one sheet at a time.  
.
*1  
*2  
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Troubleshooting Printer Hardware  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Printer Does Not Ink tank is empty  
Start or Printer  
Stops During  
If the ink tank lamp is flashing fast, ink is empty. Replace the ink tank and close  
the Top Cover. If printing is not finished yet, just press the RESUME/CANCEL button  
on the printer to continue printing in the “no ink” state. Replace the ink tank as  
soon as possible after printing finishes.  
Print Jobs  
Continuing to print in the “no ink” state may cause damage to the printer. See  
Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
If multiple ink tank lamps are flashing, check how fast they flash. Fast  
flashing (at about a second interval) indicates the ink is empty. Slow  
flashing (at about three second interval) indicates ink is low. For  
details on different flashing speeds, see Getting the Ink Level  
Informationon page 38.  
Ink tank is not  
installed in the  
correct position  
If an ink tank lamp is flashing even though ink remains in that ink tank, it is  
inserted in the wrong position. Make sure that the correct ink tank color is inserted  
in each position.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
Ink tank is not fully When the ink tank lamp is unlit, press the mark on the ink tank until it clicks  
inserted into place. The ink tank lamp lights red when the ink tank is fully inserted.  
Make sure all of the orange tape is peeled off the ink tank as illustrated in Figure 1.  
If any orange parts are left like in Figure 2, remove all of the orange parts.  
(1) Correct  
* An L-shaped notch  
appears on the ink  
tank.  
(2) Incorrect  
There remains the  
orange tape. Peel off  
the tape completely  
along the perforation.  
*
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Printer Does Not There may be  
Restart your computer. It may solve the problem.  
Start or Printer  
Stops During  
Print Jobs  
problems with your  
operating system  
Delete an undesired print job, if there is any. Use Canon IJ Status Monitor in  
Windows or Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center) in Macintosh for the deletion.  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start Menu”  
on page 35.  
2. Click the Maintenance tab and then View Printer Status.  
3. Click Display Print Queue.  
4. Select Cancel All Documents in the Printer menu.  
In Windows XP and Windows 2000  
The print jobs may not be selected.  
5. When the confirmation message is displayed, click Yes.  
The print job is deleted.  
In Windows Me and Windows 98  
Click to select an undesired document and select Purge Print  
Documents in the Printer menu.  
1. Select Applications from the Go menu.  
2. Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon in the Utilities folder.  
When using Mac OS X v.10.2, double-click the Print Center icon.  
3. Double-click the name of your printer displayed under Name in the Printer List.  
4. Click to select an undesired document and click  
The print job is deleted.  
.
Cannot Print to  
End of Job  
Incorrect page size Ensure that the page size setting matches the size of the paper loaded in the  
is selected  
printer:  
z
Check the Paper Size setting from within your application to ensure that it  
matches the size of the paper loaded.  
z
Check Paper Size on the Page Setup tab in the printer properties dialog box of  
the printer driver (Windows) or the Page Setup dialog box of the printer driver  
(Macintosh) to ensure that it matches the size of the paper loaded.  
Check the size of the print data. For Windows XP and Windows 2000, if the size of  
the data is too large, part of it may be lost. When the spool format is EMF, follow  
the procedure below.  
The size of the print  
data is too large  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
2. On the Page Setup tab, click Print Options.  
3. Select the Reduce spool data size check box, and click OK.  
When Reduce spool data size is set, the print quality may be  
degraded.  
Performing  
automatic duplex  
printing  
Select Use reduced printing in the printer driver. It may solve the problem.  
Print layout may be altered with the reduced printing function.  
1. Open the printer properties dialog box.  
2. Click Print Area Setup in the Page Setup tab and select Use reduced printing.  
1. In the Print dialog box, select Duplex Printing & Margin from the pop-up menu.  
2. Select Automatic Duplex Printing, and select Use reduced printing in Print  
Area.  
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Paper Does Not Feed Properly  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Paper Does Not  
Feed Properly  
Inappropriatepaper Check to see if the paper you are printing on is too thick or curled.  
type is used  
See Print Media to Avoidon page 4.  
Flatten paper when it is curled.  
Paper Feed Roller is Follow the steps described below to clean the Paper Feed Rollers.  
dirty  
Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers consumes them, so perform this procedure only  
when necessary.  
1. Ensure that the printer is on and there is no paper loaded in the printer.  
2. Select the Paper Feed Roller of the Auto Sheet Feeder or Cassette by pressing  
the Paper Feed Switch on the printer.  
3. Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button and release after the POWER lamp  
flashes green three times.  
The Paper Feed Roller rotates as it cleans.  
4. Repeat step 3 twice.  
5. Load three or more sheets of Letter-sized plain paper lengthways in the Auto  
Sheet Feeder or Cassette selected in step 2.  
6. Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button and release after the POWER lamp  
flashes green three times.  
Paper is fed and output.  
7. Repeat step 6 three times.  
If repeating this procedure three times or more does not solve the problem,  
contact the Customer Care Center.  
Paper is loaded  
incorrectly  
Load in the portrait orientation regardless of the print direction of the Auto Sheet  
Feeder or Cassette.  
Ensure that paper is loaded correctly. Slide the paper guides against the paper  
stack. See Loading Paperon page 4.  
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Paper Jams  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Paper Jams  
Paper jams in the  
Paper Output Slot/  
Auto Sheet Feeder  
Remove the paper according to the following procedure.  
1. Slowly pull the paper out, either from the Auto Sheet Feeder or from the Paper  
Output Slot, whichever is easier.  
• If the paper tears and a piece remains inside the printer, open the Top Cover  
and remove it.  
Be careful not to touch the components inside the printer at this  
time.  
After removing all paper, close the Top Cover, turn the printer off and turn it  
back on.  
• If you cannot pull the paper out, turn the printer off and turn it back on. The  
paper will be ejected automatically.  
2. Reload the paper into the printer and press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the  
printer.  
If you have turned off the printer in step 1, you will need to retry printing,  
because this operation cancels any print jobs in progress.  
When reloading the paper into the printer, refer to Paper Does Not  
Feed Properlyon page 72 to confirm that you are using the correct  
paper and are loading it into the printer correctly.  
If you cannot remove the paper or the paper tears inside the printer, or if the  
paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the Customer Care  
Center.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Paper Jams  
Landscape Credit  
Card-sized Paper  
Jams inside the  
Printer  
You cannot load Credit Card-sized paper in the landscape orientation.  
Remove the paper following the procedure below.  
1. Load a sheet of Credit Card-sized paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder.  
Do not load it in the landscape orientation.  
2. Press the POWER button on the printer to turn off the power.  
It may take a while for the printer to turn completely off after the POWER button  
is pressed.  
3. Press the POWER button again on the printer to turn on the power.  
The paper is fed and the jammed paper is ejected accordingly.  
If you cannot remove the jammed paper or the paper jam error continues after  
removing the paper, contact the Customer Care Center.  
Landscape 4" x 6" / Load 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm media in the portrait orientation regardless of the  
101.6 x 152.4 mm print direction.  
size paper loaded  
Remove the paper following the procedure below.  
in the Cassette  
1. Press the POWER button of the printer to turn off the power.  
jams inside the  
printer  
Then, open the Rear Cover.  
2. Fold a piece of Letter-sized plain paper in four, push it in until it hits the  
jammed paper, then pull out the paper folded in four.  
3. Close the Rear Cover, then press the POWER button of the printer to turn on the  
power.  
Wait until the jammed paper is automatically ejected.  
If you cannot remove the jammed paper or the paper jam error continues after  
removing the paper, contact the Customer Care Center.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Paper Jams  
Paper jams inside  
the printer  
(Transport Unit)  
Remove the paper according to the following procedure.  
1. Open the Rear Cover.  
2. When you can see the jammed paper, slowly pull the paper out.  
Be careful not to touch the components inside the printer.  
If you cannot pull the paper out, turn the printer off and turn it back on. The  
paper will be ejected automatically.  
3. Close the Rear Cover.  
4. If you could not extract the paper in step 2, remove the Cassette.  
5. Slowly pull the jammed paper out.  
6. If any paper is sticking out of the Cassette, reload the paper in the Cassette.  
7. Insert the Cassette into the printer again, and press the RESUME/CANCEL  
button on the printer.  
If you have turned off the printer in step 2, you will need to retry printing,  
because this operation cancels any print jobs in progress.  
When reloading the paper into the printer, refer to Paper Does Not  
Feed Properlyon page 72 to confirm that you are using the correct  
paper and are loading it into the printer correctly.  
If you cannot remove the paper or if the paper tears inside the printer, or if the  
paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the Customer Care  
Center.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Paper Jams  
Paper jams inside  
the printer  
(Duplex Transport  
Section)  
Remove the paper according to the following procedure.  
1. Remove the Cassette.  
If the paper is loaded in the Auto Sheet Feeder, remove the paper from the Auto  
Sheet Feeder and close the Paper Support.  
2. Stand the printer with the rear side down.  
3. Slowly pull the jammed paper out while pulling the green cover toward you.  
Put back the printer immediately after removing the jammed  
paper.  
4. If any paper is sticking out of the Cassette, reload the paper in the Cassette.  
Reload paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder, if necessary.  
5. Insert the Cassette into the printer.  
6. Press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer.  
When reloading the paper into the printer, refer to Paper Does Not  
Feed Properlyon page 72 to confirm that you are using the correct  
paper and are loading it into the printer correctly.  
If you cannot remove the paper or if the paper tears inside the printer, or if the  
paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the Customer Care  
Center.  
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Handling Error Messages  
When a printer error occurs, the ALARM lamp flashes orange in the way as shown below. The  
number of flashes (orange) indicates the type of error that has occurred. Count the flashes  
and take the appropriate action to correct the error.  
Repeats  
Note the number of flashes  
Number of  
Flashes  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Two flashes  
Printer is out of  
paper/Paper does  
not feed  
Reload paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder or Cassette and press the RESUME/CANCEL  
button.  
Three flashes  
Four flashes  
Paper jam/Paper  
Output Tray is  
closed  
If paper is jammed, remove the jammed paper, reload paper in the printer, then  
press the RESUME/CANCEL button. If the Paper Output Tray is closed, open it.  
See Paper Jamson page 73.  
The ink tank  
installed may not  
be installed  
properly/The ink  
has run out  
Possible causes are as follows:  
z
The ink tank may not be installed properly (The lamp on the ink tank is off).  
Install the appropriate ink tank.  
z
The ink has run out (The lamp on the ink tank flashes).  
Replace the ink tank, and close the Top Cover.  
If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing, press the RESUME/  
CANCEL button with the ink tank installed. Then printing can continue under the  
ink out condition. Replace the empty ink tank immediately after the printing. The  
printer may be damaged if printing is continued under the ink out condition.  
If multiple ink tank lamps are flashing, check how fast they flash. Fast  
flashing (at about one second interval) indicates the ink is empty.  
Slow flashing (at about three second interval) indicates ink is low. For  
details on different flashing speeds, see Getting the Ink Level  
Informationon page 38.  
Five flashes  
Print Head not  
installed/Print  
Head not installed  
correctly/Defective  
Print Head  
Install the Print Head. If the Print Head is already installed, remove the Print Head  
and reinstall it.  
If this error still remains, the Print Head may be damaged. Contact the Customer  
Care Center.  
Six flashes  
Inner Cover is open Close the Inner Cover and press the RESUME/CANCEL button.  
Do not open or close the Inner Cover during printing because this can damage the  
printer.  
Seven flashes  
The ink tank is not Possible causes are as follows:  
installed in the  
z
z
Some ink tanks are not installed in place.  
appropriate  
position  
More than one ink tanks of the same color are installed.  
Confirm that the ink tanks are installed in the appropriate positions.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
Eight flashes  
Waste ink absorber The printer has a built-in waste ink absorber for the ink used during print head  
almost full  
cleaning, for example.  
Eight flashes indicates that the waste ink absorber is nearly full.  
Press the RESUME/CANCEL button to cancel the error so you can continue printing.  
Before the waste ink absorber becomes completely full, contact the Customer Care  
Center. (You will need to replace a particular part of the printer.)  
Canon recommends that you call for service as soon as this error  
occurs. Once the waste ink absorber becomes completely full,  
printing cannot be performed until the Waste ink tank is replaced.  
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Number of  
Flashes  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Nine flashes  
A specified period  
of time has elapsed  
without receiving a  
response from the  
digital camera/The  
digital camera or  
digital video  
Disconnect the camera cable and reconnect it.  
Depending on the model or brand of your device, you may have to  
select a print mode compliant with PictBridge before connecting the  
device.  
You may also have to turn on the device or select Play mode manually  
after connecting the device to the printer.  
Perform necessary operations according to the instruction manual  
supplied with your device.  
camcorder  
connected is not  
compatible with  
this printer  
If the error is still unresolved, there is a possibility that you are using a digital  
camera or digital video camcorder that is not supported by this printer. Use a  
digital camera or digital video camcorder compatible with this printer.  
Ten flashes  
Cannot print on  
both sides of the  
page  
The size of paper may not be compatible with automatic duplex printing. Pressing  
the RESUME/CANCEL button will discharge the paper, and restart printing from the  
front side of the next paper. The reverse side will not be printed when an error  
occurs.  
The sizes of media suitable for automatic duplex printing are Letter and 5" x 7"/  
127.0 x 177.8 mm.  
Eleven flashes  
Automatic print  
head alignment  
failed  
Possible causes are as follows:  
z
Letter-sized paper is not loaded on the Auto Sheet Feeder.  
Press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer to clear the error, then load  
one sheet of Letter-sized paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder.  
Automatic print head alignment cannot be performed using paper from the  
Cassette. For automatic print head alignment, always load paper in the Auto  
Sheet Feeder.  
z
z
Print Head nozzles are clogged.  
Press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer to clear the error, and then  
print out the nozzle check pattern to examine the print head condition.  
See Printing the Nozzle Check Patternon page 47 for information on how to  
print a nozzle check pattern.  
The Paper Output Slot has been exposed to a strong light source preventing  
correct print head alignment.  
Press the RESUME/CANCEL button to clear the error and move the printer to a  
darker location.  
After carrying out the above measures, if the problem continues after aligning the  
Print Head again, press the RESUME/CANCEL button to clear the error, and then  
perform manual print head alignment. For details on manual print head alignment,  
refer to “Aligning the Print Head” in the User’s Guide.  
Thirteen Flashes The remaining level An ink tank that was once empty is installed.  
of the ink tank  
Replace the ink tank.  
cannot be correctly  
detected  
Printing under the situation may damage the Print Head. Canon shall not be liable  
for any printer malfunction or damage caused by refilled ink tanks.  
If you want to continue printing with the refilled ink tank installed, press and hold  
the RESUME/CANCEL button for at least 5 seconds, and then release it. Using  
refilled ink tanks are memorized.  
*
This operation will release the function for detecting the remaining ink level.  
Fourteen flashes The ink tank cannot The ink tank may not be compatible with this printer (The lamp on the ink tank is  
be recognized  
off).  
Install the appropriate ink tank.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
Fifteen flashes  
The ink tank cannot Ink tank errors have occurred (The lamp on the ink tank is off).  
be recognized  
Replace the ink tank.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
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Number of  
Flashes  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
An error that requires contacting the Customer Care Center may have occurred.  
POWER (green) and ALARM  
(orange) lamps flash  
alternately  
Disconnect the printer cable from the printer, and then turn the printer off and  
unplug the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the  
printer back on after leaving it for a while.  
If the problem remains, contact the Customer Care Center.  
An Error Message Appears on the Screen  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Printer is not ready Ensure that the POWER lamp lights.  
Try This  
If the POWER lamp is off, turn the printer on.  
Writing Error/  
Output Error/  
Communication  
Error  
The POWER lamp will flash green when the printer is initializing. Wait until the  
POWER lamp stops flashing.  
When the ALARM lamp is flashing orange, an error may have occurred in the  
printer. For details on how to resolve the error, refer to Handling Error  
Messageson page 77.  
Paper is not loaded Load paper and press the RESUME/CANCEL button.  
If paper is loaded, ensure that the paper source is selected correctly. Select the  
paper source with the Paper Feed Switch on the printer, or select it in the printer  
driver.  
Printer port setting Check the printer port settings.  
does not match the  
interface connected  
to the printer  
1. Click Start and select Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then  
Printers and Faxes.  
For non-Windows XP, click Start, select Settings, and then Printers.  
2. Select the icon of your printer.  
3. Open the File menu and select Properties.  
4. Click the Ports tab (or the Details tab) to confirm the port settings.  
A USB port is selected if either USBnnn (Canon iP5200) or MPUSBPRNnn  
(Canon iP5200) (where n is a number) is indicated.  
If the port setting is not correct, change the port setting according to the  
interface you are using on the Ports tab (or the Details tab), or reinstall the  
printer driver.  
Faulty connection  
Ensure that the printer cable is securely connected to the computer.  
z If using a switching hub or other device, disconnect the printer  
and reconnect it directly to the computer and try printing again.  
If successful, the problem may have been with the device.  
z There could also be a problem with the cable(s). Replace the  
cable(s) and try printing again.  
Printer driver is not Uninstall then reinstall the printer driver.  
installed properly  
1. Click Start, and select All Programs (or Programs), the name of your printer,  
and Uninstall.  
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall the driver.  
3. Follow the procedures described in the Easy Setup Instructions and reinstall  
the printer driver.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause Try This  
Incorrect paper size Check the Paper Size setting from within your application to ensure that it  
Cannot print with  
Automatic Duplex  
Printing  
is selected  
matches the size of the paper loaded.  
Check Paper Size on the Page Setup tab in the printer properties dialog box  
(Windows) or the Page Setup dialog box (Macintosh) to ensure that it matches  
the size of the paper loaded.  
The sizes of media suitable for automatic duplex printing are Letter and 5" x 7"/  
127.0 x 177.8 mm.  
To print on both sides of the page manually, follow the procedure  
below.  
On the Page Setup tab, clear the Automatic check box. Then try printing again.  
The manual duplex printing function cannot be used.  
Printer is not ready Ensure that the POWER lamp lights green.  
If the POWER lamp is off, turn the printer on.  
“Error No.: 300”  
The POWER lamp will flash green when the printer is initializing. Wait until the  
POWER lamp stops flashing.  
When the ALARM lamp is flashing orange, an error may have occurred in the  
printer. For details on how to resolve the error, refer to Handling Error  
Messageson page 77.  
Printer is not  
properly connected  
Ensure that the printer is securely connected to the computer.  
z If using a switching hub or other device, disconnect the printer  
and reconnect it directly to the computer and try printing again.  
If successful, the problem may have been with the device.  
z There could also be a problem with the cable(s). Replace the  
cable(s) and try printing again.  
Printer you want to Select iP5200 on the Printer pop-up menu on the Print dialog box.  
use is not selected  
If iP5200 does not appear on the Printer pop-up menu, do the following to  
confirm the printer settings:  
on the Printer pop-  
up menu on the  
Print dialog box  
1. Select Edit Printer List from the Printer pop-up menu on the Print dialog box.  
The Printer List opens.  
2. Ensure that the iP5200 is selected in the Printer List.  
If iP5200 is not displayed in the Printer List, click Add to add the printer. For  
details, refer to the Printer Setup Utility Help in the Mac Help.  
Waste ink absorber The printer has a built-in waste ink absorber to hold the ink used during print  
head cleaning, for example. This error message indicates that this ink absorber  
is nearly full.  
almost full  
“Error No.: 1700”  
Press the RESUME/CANCEL button to clear the error so you can continue  
printing. Before the waste ink absorber becomes completely full, contact the  
Customer Care Center.  
When you experience this error, you will need to call for servicing to replace the  
waste ink absorber and to check the printer for proper operation.  
Inner Cover is open Close the Inner Cover, then press the RESUME/CANCEL button.  
when printing  
starts  
“Error No.: 1851”  
“Error No.: 1856”  
Inner Cover is  
opened while  
printing  
Close the Inner Cover, then press the RESUME/CANCEL button.  
One page of the print data being sent at the time of the error will be erased, so  
print that page again.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Disconnect the camera cable and reconnect it.  
A specified period  
of time has elapsed  
without receiving a  
response from the  
digital camera/The  
digital camera or  
digital video  
Depending on the model or brand of your device, you may have to  
select a print mode compliant with PictBridge before connecting  
the device.  
You may also have to turn on the device or select Play mode  
manually after connecting the device to the printer.  
Perform necessary operations according to the instruction manual  
supplied with your device.  
“Error No.: 2001”  
camcorder  
connected is not  
compatible with  
this printer  
If the error is still unresolved, there is a possibility that you are using a digital  
camera or digital video camcorder that is not supported by this printer. Use a  
digital camera or digital video camcorder compatible with this printer.  
Automatic Print  
Head alignment  
failed  
See “Eleven flashes” in Handling Error Messageson page 77.  
“Error No.: 2500”  
Cannot Print Properly from the Digital Camera  
The following are the possible errors that may occur when printing directly from a digital still  
camera or digital video camcorder*, and the countermeasures to eliminate them.  
*Hereafter, the digital still camera and digital video camcorder are collectively called a digital camera or camera.  
Camera Error Message  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Printer in use/Printer  
warming up  
Images are being printed from Wait until printing ends. The printer automatically starts  
the computer  
printing the images from the camera after completing the  
current printing.  
The printer is warming up  
No paper is loaded  
Wait until warm-up ends. When it is ready, the printer starts  
printing automatically.  
No paper /Paper Error  
Load paper in either the Auto Sheet Feeder or Cassette which  
you have selected with the Paper Feed Switch on the printer,  
and select Continue*1 in the display on your camera.  
The Paper Output Tray is  
closed  
Open the Paper Output Tray to resume printing.  
The Inner Cover is open  
Close the Inner Cover and select Stop in the display on your  
camera to stop printing.  
Paper jam  
A paper is jammed in the  
printer  
Select Stop in the display on your camera to stop printing.  
Remove the jammed paper, load new paper, and press the  
RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer and retry printing.  
Printer cover open  
No printhead  
The Top Cover is open  
Close the Top Cover on the printer.  
The Print Head is defective or Install a Print Head according to the Easy Setup Instructions.  
not installed (The ALARM  
lamp on the printer flashes  
orange five times.)  
If the Print Head has already been installed, remove the Print  
Head and reinstall it.  
If the error still remains, the Print Head may be defective.  
Contact the Customer Care Center.  
Waste tank  
The waste ink absorber is  
nearly full  
The printer has a built-in waste ink absorber to hold the ink  
used during print head cleaning, for example. This error  
message indicates that the waste ink absorber is nearly full.  
(ink absorber*2) full  
You can continue printing for a while by selecting Continue*1 on  
the display on your camera.  
However, because printing is disabled once the waste ink  
absorber becomes completely full and until the waste ink tank  
is replaced, you are recommended to contact the Customer Care  
Center as early as possible. (You will need to replace a particular  
part of the printer.)  
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Camera Error Message  
Possible Cause  
Try This  
Low ink level  
It is about time to replace the Slow flashing (at about three second interval in red) of an ink  
ink tank with a new one  
tank lamp indicates that ink in this tank is low. Prepare a new  
ink tank.  
Select Continue*1 in the display on your camera to resume  
printing.  
No ink  
The ink tank may not be  
installed properly (Printer  
ALARM lamp flashes orange  
four times/Ink tank lamp is  
off)  
Install the appropriate ink tank.  
The ink has run out (Printer  
ALARM lamp flashes orange  
four times/Ink tank lamp  
flashes fast (at about one  
second interval))  
Replace the ink tank, and close the Top Cover.  
If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing,  
select Continue*1 in the display on your camera with the ink  
tank installed. Then printing can continue under the ink out  
condition. Replace the empty ink tank immediately after the  
printing. The printer may be damaged if printing is continued  
under the ink out condition.  
If multiple ink tank lamps are flashing, check how  
fast they flash. Fast flashing (at about one second  
interval) indicates the ink is empty. Slow flashing  
(at about three second interval) indicates ink is  
low. For details on different flashing speeds, see  
Getting the Ink Level Informationon page 38.  
Some ink tanks are not  
installed in place, or more  
than one ink tanks of the  
same color are installed  
(Printer ALARM lamp flashes  
orange seven times/Ink tank  
lamp flashes fast (at about  
one second interval))  
Confirm that the ink tanks are installed in the appropriate  
positions.  
See Replacing an Ink Tankon page 37.  
The ink tank may not be  
compatible with this printer  
(Printer ALARM lamp flashes  
orange fourteen times/Ink  
tank lamp is off)  
Install the appropriate ink tank.  
Replace the ink tank.  
Ink Error/No ink  
An ink tank that was once  
empty is installed (Printer  
ALARM lamp flashes orange  
thirteen times)  
Printing under the situation may damage the Print Head. Canon  
shall not be liable for any printer malfunction or damage caused  
by refilled ink tanks.  
If you want to continue printing with the refilled ink tank  
installed, press and hold the RESUME/CANCEL button for at  
least five seconds, and then release it. Using refilled ink tanks  
are memorized.  
*
This operation will release the function for detecting the  
remaining ink level.  
Hardware Error/No ink  
Printer error  
Ink tank errors have occurred Replace the ink tank.  
(Printer ALARM lamp flashes  
orange fifteen times)  
An error requiring servicing Disconnect the cable between the printer and the camera, turn  
might have occurred (Printer off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from  
POWER lamp flashes green  
and ALARM lamp flashes  
orange alternately)  
the power supply. After a while, plug the power cord of the  
printer back in, turn on the printer, and then reconnect the  
camera to the printer.  
If the same error occurs, contact the Customer Care Center.  
*1 To resume printing, you can press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer instead of selecting Continue.  
*2 The waste ink absorber absorbs ink used during cleaning, for example. If this message appears, you will need to call for  
servicing to replace the absorber and to check the printer for proper operation.  
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z PictBridge or Canon Bubble Jet Direct compatible digital cameras can be  
connected to your printer for direct printing.  
z This section describes errors that are indicated on Canon-brand PictBridge-  
or Bubble Jet Direct-compatible cameras. The error messages and operations  
may vary depending on the camera you are using.  
For errors on non-Canon PictBridge-compatible cameras, count the number of  
flashes (in orange) the ALARM lamp on the printer makes and check for the  
cause of the error and take the appropriate action. For details, see Handling  
Error Messageson page 77.  
z Connecting a digital camera not compatible with PictBridge or Bubble Jet  
Direct makes the ALARM lamp on your printer flash (in orange) nine times. In  
such a case, unplug the cable connecting the camera to the printer.  
z A communication time out occurs if printing takes a long time or if it takes too  
much time to send data. This may stop printing. In such a case, disconnect  
the cable between the printer and the camera, and reconnect it. Then, turn  
the camera on, if it does not automatically turn on. If the problem is still  
unresolved, select some other photo and check if it can be printed or not.  
z Depending on the model or brand of your device, you may have to select a  
print mode compliant with PictBridge before connecting the device.  
You may also have to turn on the device or select Play mode manually after  
connecting the device to the printer.  
Perform necessary operations according to the instruction manual supplied  
with your device.  
z The print head nozzles may be clogged if printing becomes faint or colors are  
incorrect. See When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrecton page  
46.  
z If the paper is curled or its surface is scratched during printing, make sure  
that you are using the correct type of paper. If this error occurs even when  
you are using the correct type of paper, select Prevent paper abrasion on  
Custom Settings in the printer driver. See Print Results Not Satisfactory or  
Contains Errorson page 67.  
z To disconnect the cable connected between the digital camera and printer,  
follow the procedure below.  
1. Disconnect the cable from the printer.  
2. Turn off the digital camera.  
3. Disconnect the cable from the digital camera.  
When disconnecting the cable, be sure to hold the connector by its sides.  
z For the errors indicated on the camera and their solution, also refer to the  
user’s manual of the camera. For other troubles on the digital camera,  
contact the manufacturer.  
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Appendix  
Printing Photographs Directly from a Canon Bubble Jet Direct  
Compatible Digital Camera  
Let’s take a look at the media types that can be set on the Canon Bubble Jet Direct  
compatible digital camera connected to this printer and their limitations.  
Media Types for Digital Camera  
When you connect a digital camera, you can use the following media:  
Digital Camera Setting  
Card #1  
Media Type  
Photo Paper Pro 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm  
Glossy Photo Paper 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm  
Photo Paper Pro Letter  
Card #2  
Card #3  
LTR  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy Letter  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss Letter  
Glossy Photo Paper Letter  
A4  
Photo Paper Pro A4  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy A4  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss A4  
Glossy Photo Paper A4  
z For the digital camera operation method and troubleshooting, refer to  
your digital camera manual. For print error messages, see Cannot  
Print Properly from the Digital Cameraon page 81.  
z By operating the digital camera, you can make the following prints:  
- You can make a standard print from the image displayed in the single  
display mode or in the index display mode.  
- You can print specified numbers of images, or make an index print by  
editing the DPOF.  
- For the images taken with an ExifPrint-compatible digital camera, the  
ExifPrint function can be used.  
- If date printing is set from the digital camera, the date when the  
photograph was taken is to be printed (excluding the index print).  
- Images will be scaled automatically according to the image size set  
on the digital camera and the size of the media set on the printer.  
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z The digital camera does not support the following functions:  
- Print quality setting  
- Printer maintenance  
z Images other than Exif may not be index-printed.  
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Specifications  
Printer  
Maximum resolution (dpi):  
9600 (horizontal)* x 2400 (vertical)  
Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/9600 inch at  
minimum.  
*
Print speed *  
Black printing (text pattern)  
Max Speed (Custom Setting 5): 30 ppm  
Standard: 15.0 ppm  
*
Print speed will vary depending on system  
configuration, software, document complexity,  
print mode and page coverage.  
Color printing  
Max Speed (Custom Setting 5): 24 ppm  
Standard: 11.7 ppm  
Print width:  
203.2 mm max. (8.0 inches)  
(for Borderless Printing: 215.9 mm / 8.5 inches)  
Resident print control mode:  
Receive buffer:  
Canon extended mode  
42 KB  
Interface:  
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed / Direct Print Port  
*
All operations are not guaranteed for computers standard-  
equipped with a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface.  
*
Since the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface is fully upwardly  
compatible with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be used at USB  
Full-Speed (USB 1.1).  
Acoustic noise level:  
Approx. 34.7 dB (A) (in the highest print quality mode)  
Operating environment:  
Temperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F)  
Humidity: 10 to 90%RH (no condensation)  
Storage environment:  
Power supply:  
Temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)  
Humidity: 5 to 95% RH (no condensation)  
AC 110-120 V, 50/60 Hz  
AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption:  
Standby: Approx. 0.8 W  
Printing: Approx. 17 W  
OFF: Approx. 0.4 W  
Dimensions  
(with the Paper Support and Paper Output  
Tray retracted):  
444 (W) x 309 (D) x 160 (H) mm  
17.7 (W) x 12.3 (D) x 6.4 (H) inches  
Weight:  
7.3 kg (16.1 lb.)  
Print Head:  
Black (PGI-5BK): 512 nozzles  
Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black (CLI-8BK): 512 x 6 nozzles  
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Camera Direct Print (Canon Bubble Jet Direct)  
Interface  
Direct Print Port  
(Connect a iP5200-compatible digital camera or digital  
video camcorder using the USB cable supplied with the  
camera.)  
Compatible digital cameras and digital video  
camcorders  
iP5200-compatible digital cameras and digital video  
camcorders  
Compatible Paper  
Card #1 (Photo Paper Pro 4" x 6"/101.6 x 152.4 mm)  
Card #2 (Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Photo Paper Plus Semi-  
gloss, or Glossy Photo Paper 4" x 6"/101.6 x 152.4 mm)  
Card #3 (Photo Paper Plus Glossy 5" x 7"/127.0 x 177.8  
mm)  
LTR (Photo Paper Pro, Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Photo Paper  
Plus Semi-gloss, or Glossy Photo Paper Letter size)  
A4 (Photo Paper Pro, Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Photo Paper  
Plus Semi-gloss, or Glossy Photo Paper A4 size)  
Layout Print  
Standard: Borderless / with border, Index Print: 6-80  
images (depending on the size of print media)  
Effect  
Exif2.21 compliant  
DPOF Functions  
Ver. 1.00 compliant (Index print, number of copies, select  
images, print special characters (date))  
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Camera Direct Print (PictBridge)  
Paper size  
Default (Photo Paper Plus Glossy 10 x 15 cm/4" x 6")  
10 x 15 cm/4" x 6" (Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Photo Paper  
Pro, Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss, Glossy Photo Paper,  
Photo Stickers*1  
)
13 x 18 cm/5" x 7" (Photo Paper Plus Glossy)*2  
A4/8.5" x 11" (Photo Paper Plus Glossy A4/Letter, Photo  
Paper Pro A4/Letter, Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss A4/  
Letter, Glossy Photo Paper A4/Letter, Plain Paper A4/  
Letter)  
5.4 x 8.6 cm/Credit Card (Glossy Photo Paper Card Size)  
*1  
Canon-brand sticker. Printing on this paper is available only  
when the Layout function on your camera has a 16-up option.  
See Canon Specialty Mediaon page 19.  
*2  
If using a Canon PictBridge-compatible camera, you can select it.  
Paper type  
Layout  
Default (Photo Paper Plus Glossy), Photo (Photo Paper Plus  
Glossy, Glossy Photo Paper), Fast Photo (Photo Paper Pro),  
Plain Paper (Only A4/Letter)  
Default (Borderless), Borderless, Bordered, N-up (2, 4, 9,  
16)*1, 35-up*2  
*1  
Layout compatible with Canon-brand sticker above.  
See Canon Specialty Mediaon page 19.  
*2  
Photos are printed in 35 mm Film Style layout (contact printing  
layout). This option can be selected for Canon PictBridge-  
compliant devices only. (Note that this option cannot be used for  
some models.)  
For a Canon PictBridge-compliant device, selecting the item  
displayed with the [i] icon prints the shooting information (Exif  
data) in list format, or in the margins of specified photos. (Note  
that these options cannot be used for some models.)  
Trimming  
Default (Off: No trimming), On (follow camera’s setting), Off  
Image optimize  
Default (ExifPrint), On, Off, “VIVID”*, “NR” (Noise  
Reduction)*, “VIVID+NR”*, “Face“*  
*
If using a Canon PictBridge-compatible camera, you can select it.  
Date/File No. print  
Default (Off: No printing), Date, File No., Both, Off  
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Canon IJ Printer Driver System Requirements  
z A computer on which Windows XP, Windows 2000,  
Windows Me or Windows 98 operates.  
z A Macintosh series computer equipped with USB interface on  
which Mac OS X v.10.2.1 to 10.3.x operates.  
z USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface*1  
See www.canontechsupport.com for Mac OS update  
compatibility.  
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed operation can only be guaranteed  
under the environments below.  
z USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface*  
OS: Windows XP / Windows 2000  
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed driver: USB 2.0 driver for Windows*2  
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed operation can only be guaranteed under  
the environments below.  
OS: Mac OS X v.10.2.7 to 10.3.x  
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface: a PC and a USB cable that  
comply with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard*3  
An internal USB 2.0 Hi-Speed port and a USB cable that  
comply with the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard  
*1  
Since the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface is fully upwardly  
compatible with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be  
used at USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1).  
(USB 2.0 Hi-Speed operation on the expansion board is not  
guaranteed.)  
*2  
*
Since the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface is fully upwardly  
compatible with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be used at  
USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1).  
Microsoft’s authorized drivers are available through  
Windows Update or Service Pack installation. Any non-  
Microsoft USB 2.0 drivers are not guaranteed.  
*3  
z USB interface  
z CD-ROM drive  
All operations are not guaranteed for computers  
standard-equipped with a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface.  
z Available hard-disk space for printer driver installation  
Mac OS X v.10.2.x to 10.3.x: 100 MB  
z The following functions are not supported:  
z USB interface  
USB operation can only be guaranteed on a PC with pre-  
installed Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or  
Windows 98.  
-
-
-
-
-
-
Manual Duplex Printing  
Photo Optimizer PRO  
Poster Printing  
Fit-to-Page Printing  
Booklet Printing  
Reverse Order Printing (supported with Mac OS X v.10.3.x)  
z CD-ROM drive  
z Available hard-disk space for printer driver installation  
Windows XP/Windows 2000: 100 MB  
Windows Me/Windows 98: 15 MB  
z Canon IJ Status Monitor cannot be used under the  
following conditions:  
-
When sharing this printer on a network (Windows Me,  
Windows 98)  
Additional System Requirements for On-screen Manuals  
Browser: Windows HTML Help Viewer  
Browser: Help Viewer  
Note: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later must  
be installed. The on-screen manual may not be  
displayed properly depending on your operating  
system or Internet Explorer version. We  
recommend that you keep your system up to date  
with Windows Update.  
Note: The on-screen manual may not be displayed  
properly depending on your operating system. We  
recommend that you keep your system up to date.  
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Safety Precautions  
Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you use  
your printer safely. Do not attempt to use printer in any way not described in this manual.  
You may cause an electric shock, fire or damage the printer if you ignore any of  
these safety precautions.  
Choosing a location  
Power supply  
Do not place the printer close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners.  
Never attempt to plug in or unplug the printer from the power supply when your hands are wet.  
Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet.  
Never damage, modify, stretch or excessively bend or twist the power cord.  
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.  
Never plug the printer into a power socket that is shared with other  
equipment (extension lead/cord, 2- or 3-way adapter, etc.).  
Never use the printer if the power cord is bundled or knotted.  
If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately unplug the  
printer at the power supply and call for service.  
Periodically, unplug the printer and use a dry cloth to wipe off any dust or  
dirt collected on the plug and the power outlet. If the printer is placed at a  
location exposed to a lot of dust, smoke, or high humidity, the dust  
collected on the plug absorbs moisture and may cause insulation failure  
and fire.  
Cleaning the printer  
Use a damp cloth to clean the printer. Never use flammable solvents such  
as alcohol, benzene or thinners.  
If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical components inside  
the printer, it could cause a fire or electric shock.  
Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer.  
If you accidentally switch the printer on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the  
printer.  
Maintaining the printer Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the printer. There are no user serviceable parts inside  
the printer.  
The printer contains high-voltage components. Never attempt any maintenance procedure not  
described in this guide.  
Working around the  
printer  
Do not use flammable sprays near the printer.  
This could cause a fire or electric shock if the spray comes into contact with electrical components  
inside the printer.  
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You may cause injury or damage the printer if you ignore any of these safety  
precautions.  
Choosing a location  
Do not install the printer in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration.  
Do not install the printer in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or  
close to a heating source.  
To avoid the risk of fire or electric shocks, install the printer in a location with an ambient  
temperature range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) and humidity of 10% to 90% (condensation free).  
Do not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet.  
Do not place the printer with its back attached to the wall.  
Power supply  
Ensure that the area around the power outlet is kept clear at all times so you  
can easily unplug the power cord if necessary.  
Never remove the plug by pulling on the cord.  
Do not use an extension lead/ cord.  
Never use a power supply source other than the one rated for the printer in the country where you  
purchased the printer.  
AC 110-120 V, 50/60 Hz  
AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Working around the  
printer  
Never put your hands or fingers in the printer while it is printing.  
Do not place any object on the printer.  
Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol,  
thinners, etc.) on top of the printer.  
If any foreign object (metal or liquid) fall into the printer, unplug the power cord and call for  
service.  
Do not transport or store the printer on a slant, vertically or upside-down, as the ink may leak and  
damage the printer.  
Print heads and ink tanks For safety reasons store Print Heads and ink tanks out of the reach of small children.  
If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.  
Do not shake Print Heads or ink tanks.  
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.  
Never touch the electrical contacts on a Print Head after printing.  
The metal parts may be very hot and could cause burns.  
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Regulatory Information  
Color Printer Model: K10252  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not  
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Use of a shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or  
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.  
Canon U.S.A., Inc.  
One Canon Plaza  
Lake Success, NY 11042  
1-516-328-5600  
Canadian Radio Interference Regulations  
This digital apparatus does not exceed Class B limits for radio noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in the  
interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.  
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioéléctriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B  
prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur NMB-003 d’Industrie Canada intitulée <<Appareils numériques>>.  
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CANON U.S.A., INC. LIMITED WARRANTY --- (USA Only)  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. ("Canon USA") with respect to the new or refurbished  
Canon-brand product ("Product") packaged with this limited warranty, when purchased and used in the United States only.  
The Product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service (a) for a period of one  
(1) year from the date of original purchase when delivered to you in new condition in its original container or (b) for 90 days  
from the date of original purchase for refurbished Products. Defective parts or a defective Product returned to a Canon USA  
repair facility or a Canon USA Authorized Service Facility ("ASF"), and proven to be defective upon inspection, will be repaired,  
exchanged for new or comparable rebuilt parts, or exchanged for a refurbished Product, as determined by the Canon USA  
repair facility or the ASF. Warranty repair or replacement shall not extend the original warranty period of the Product. A dated  
proof of purchase is required at the time of warranty service. A copy of your dated bill of sale will satisfy this requirement. This  
warranty does not cover any accessories, or any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as to which there shall be no  
warranty or replacement.  
This limited warranty shall only apply if the Product is used in conjunction with compatible computers, peripheral equipment  
and software. Canon USA shall have no responsibility for such items except for compatible Canon brand peripheral equipment  
covered by a separate warranty ("Separate Warranty"). Repairs of such Canon brand peripheral equipment shall be governed  
by the terms of the Separate Warranty. Non-Canon brand equipment and software that may be distributed with the Product are  
sold "as is" and without warranty of any kind by Canon USA, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or  
fitness for a particular purpose, and all such warranties are disclaimed. The sole warranty, if any, with respect to such non-  
Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof.  
This limited warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the Product and does not apply in the following cases:  
(a)  
Loss of or damage to the Product due to abuse, neglect, mishandling, improper packaging by you, alteration, accident,  
electrical current fluctuations, improper use, failure to follow operating or maintenance instructions in, or  
environmental conditions prescribed in, Canon USA's user's manual or other documentation, or services performed by  
someone other than a Canon USA repair facility or ASF. Without limiting the foregoing, dropping the Product, scratches,  
and abrasions will be presumed to have resulted from misuse, abuse or failure to operate the Product as set forth in the  
user's manual or other documentation for the Product.  
(b)  
(c)  
Use of parts or supplies (other than those sold by Canon USA) that cause damage to the Product or cause abnormally  
frequent service calls or service problems.  
If the Product has had its serial number or dating defaced, altered or removed.  
ANY SYSTEM SOFTWARE (WHETHER FACTORY LOADED ON THE PRODUCT OR CONTAINED ON THE SOFTWARE DISKETTES OR CD-  
ROMS ENCLOSED WITH, OR ACCOMPANYING, THE PRODUCT), AND ANY UTILITY SOFTWARE, DISTRIBUTED WITH OR FOR THE  
PRODUCT, IS SOLD "AS IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTY BY CANON USA. THE SOLE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO SUCH SOFTWARE  
IS CONTAINED IN THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER'S LICENSE AGREEMENT DISTRIBUTED THEREWITH, INCLUDING ANY  
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS THEREON. PLEASE CONTACT CANON USA IMMEDIATELY IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED A COPY OF  
THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER'S LICENSE AGREEMENT.  
NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,  
APPLIES TO THE PRODUCT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER  
EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO THE  
PRODUCT SHALL BIND CANON USA, OR ITS ASF. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED  
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.) CANON USA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF  
REVENUES OR PROFITS, INCONVENIENCE, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OR  
CORRUPTION OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE, OR  
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF CANON USA  
OR ITS ASF HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST CANON  
USA OR ITS ASF BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE.  
WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR  
PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE POSSESSION, USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THE  
PRODUCT SOLD BY CANON USA NOT CAUSED SOLELY AND DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CANON USA, OR ITS ASF. (SOME  
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE  
ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT, AND STATES YOUR  
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.  
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Canon USA offers a range of customer technical support* options:  
z Interactive troubleshooting, e-mail technical support, the latest driver downloads and answers to frequently asked  
questions (www.canontechsupport.com)  
z Toll-free live technical support Monday-Saturday (excluding holidays) at 1-800-828-4040  
z Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD-1-866-251-3752)  
z Repair or Exchange Service Options:  
In the event service is required for the Product during the limited warranty period, Canon USA offers two hardware support  
options:  
Authorized Service Facility Carry-In / Mail-In Service  
Canon USA's Carry-In/Mail-In Service provides repair or exchange, at Canon USA's option, through Canon USA's Authorized  
Service Facility (ASF) network. The name and telephone number of the ASF(s) near you may be obtained from Canon USA's  
Web site at: www.canontechsupport.com or by calling the Canon USA Customer Care Center at 1-800-828-4040, or any time  
while speaking to a technical support person. A Product covered by this limited warranty will be repaired or exchanged, as  
determined by Canon USA, and returned without charge by the ASF.  
InstantExchange Service **  
A Canon Customer Care Center or ASF technician will attempt to diagnose the nature of the problem and, if possible, correct  
it over the telephone. If the problem cannot be corrected over the telephone, and you elect the InstantExchange option, a  
reference number will be issued to you. You will be asked for the Product serial number and other information pertaining to  
your defective Product and for a ship-to location for the replacement Product (must include street address).  
The Canon USA repair facility will ship out the replacement Product, via 2nd day Air freight service, prepaid by Canon USA.  
After receipt of the replacement Product (with instructions and a prepaid waybill), follow the enclosed instructions on how  
to ship the defective Product to the Canon USA repair facility. The defective Product must be returned in the shipping carton  
in which the replacement Product was packed and include the reference number, A COPY OF YOUR DATED PROOF OF  
PURCHASE (BILL OF SALE), and a complete explanation of the problem. DO NOT INCLUDE ANY OTHER ITEMS WITH THE  
DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IN THE RETURN SHIPPING CARTON, AND BE SURE TO RETAIN YOUR PRINTHEAD AND INK CARTRIDGE(S)  
AND TANK(S).  
InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by the second business day, the exchange of a defective Product with a  
replacement Product, which will normally be shipped the same day if your request for this service is by 3 p.m. E.T. Monday  
through Friday, except holidays (three (3) business day InstantExchange Service for Alaska and Hawaii). Canon USA does  
not guarantee expedited shipping service in the event of the occurrence of factors beyond its reasonable control. The  
replacement Product you receive may be a refurbished or reconditioned unit and will be covered for the balance of the  
period remaining on your original limited warranty. NOTE THAT BY USING THIS SERVICE YOU WILL KEEP THE REPLACEMENT  
PRODUCT THAT IS SENT TO YOU. CANON USA WILL RETAIN THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT THAT YOU ORIGINALLY PURCHASED,  
WHICH SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CANON USA. InstantExchange warranty program service is available only during  
the express limited-warranty period for your Product and only in the continental United States, Alaska and Hawaii during  
such period.  
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.  
*
Support program specifics are subject to change without notice.  
** InstantExchange warranty service is subject to the availability of refurbished or new replacement units.  
Canon U.S.A., Inc.  
One Canon Plaza  
Lake Success, NY 11042  
USA  
Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.  
©2005 Canon U.S.A., Inc. Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. in the United States and may also be a registered  
trademark in other countries.  
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Index  
Index  
A
I
Ink tank lamp  
Accessing the Printer Driver ......................................... 35  
Advanced Printing........................................................ 28  
ALARM lamp................................................................. 77  
Aligning the Print Head ................................................ 60  
An Error Message Appears on the Screen ..................... 79  
Automatic Duplex Printing............................................ 80  
Ink Level Indication on the Printer ........................ 38  
Insert the ink tank ................................................ 44  
K
Knowing When to Replace Ink Tanks ............................ 40  
B
Borderless Printing ...................................................... 68  
L
Load Limit Mark ....................................................... 8, 13  
Loading Paper................................................................ 4  
Loading Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder ......................... 7  
Loading Paper in the Cassette ...................................... 11  
C
Camera Direct Print ...................................................... 87  
Camera Error Message ................................................. 81  
Canceling Print Jobs (Windows) .................................... 22  
Canceling Printing........................................................ 26  
Cannot Connect to PC Properly..................................... 66  
Cannot Install the Printer Driver ................................... 65  
Cannot Print Properly from the Digital Camera.............. 81  
Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box (Macintosh).............. 49  
Canon IJ Status Monitor (Windows) .............................. 71  
CANON U.S.A., INC. LIMITED WARRANTY --- (USA Only).. 93  
Cleaning ................................................................ 53, 54  
CLI-8BK Black............................................................... 37  
CLI-8C Cyan.................................................................. 37  
CLI-8M Magenta........................................................... 37  
CLI-8Y Yellow ............................................................... 37  
Cover Guide ................................................................... 8  
M
Matte Photo Paper ....................................................... 19  
Media  
specialty .............................................................. 18  
to avoid.................................................................. 4  
Media Type .......................................................19, 21, 24  
N
Nozzle Check ......................................................... 48, 49  
Nozzle Check Pattern  
examining ............................................................ 50  
printing ................................................................ 47  
O
D
Open Button................................................................... 7  
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the  
Start Menu (Windows).............................................. 35  
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box from Your  
Application Program (Windows)................................ 35  
Deep Cleaning........................................................ 56, 58  
Driver  
settings (Macintosh) ............................................ 24  
settings (Windows)............................................... 21  
P
E
Page Setup (Macintosh) ......................................... 24, 71  
Page Setup dialog box (Macintosh) .............................. 24  
Paper Does Not Feed Properly ...................................... 72  
Paper Feed Roller ......................................................... 72  
Paper Feed Switch.......................................................... 5  
Paper Jams........................................................73, 75, 76  
Paper Size.................................................................... 24  
Paper Support Load Limit ............................................. 19  
PGI-5BK Black .............................................................. 37  
Photo Paper Plus Double Sided .................................... 19  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy .............................................. 19  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss........................................ 19  
Photo Paper Pro ........................................................... 19  
Photo Stickers.............................................................. 19  
PhotoRecord ................................................................ 36  
Easy-PhotoPrint ........................................................... 36  
Easy-WebPrint.............................................................. 36  
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern ............................ 50  
ExifPrint ....................................................................... 36  
G
Getting the Ink Level Information ................................. 38  
Glossy Photo Paper...................................................... 19  
H
Handling Error Messages ............................................. 77  
Help button.................................................................... 2  
High Resolution Paper.................................................. 19  
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POWER button................................................................ 2  
POWER lamp .................................................................. 2  
Print dialog box...................................................... 21, 24  
Print Head Alignment ............................................. 60, 62  
Print Head Cleaning...................................................... 52  
Print Head Deep Cleaning............................................. 56  
Print Head Holder ......................................................... 42  
Print Media to Avoid....................................................... 4  
Print Quality........................................................... 22, 67  
Print Results Not Satisfactory or Contains Errors........... 67  
Printer Driver Setting for Media Type ............................ 19  
Printer Properties dialog box ............................ 21, 35, 47  
Printing Photographs Directly from a Canon Bubble Jet  
Direct Compatible Digital Camera ............................. 84  
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant  
Device ...................................................................... 28  
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern................................. 47  
Printing with Macintosh ............................................... 23  
Printing with Windows.................................................. 20  
R
Regulatory Information................................................. 92  
Replacing an Ink Tank .................................................. 37  
RESUME/CANCEL button............................................... 22  
S
Safety Precautions ....................................................... 90  
Specialty Media ........................................................... 19  
Specifications .............................................................. 86  
Super White Paper........................................................ 19  
T
Transparencies............................................................. 19  
Troubleshooting........................................................... 64  
Troubleshooting Printer Hardware................................ 70  
T-Shirt Transfers........................................................... 19  
Turning off the Printer .................................................... 3  
Turning on the Printer..................................................... 2  
U
Uninstalling the printer driver (Windows) ..................... 79  
USB 2.0 Hi-speed Connection Does Not Work Properly.. 66  
Using Specialty Media.................................................. 18  
Using the Auto Sheet Feeder and the Cassette................ 5  
Using the Bundled Software ......................................... 36  
W
Warranty ...................................................................... 93  
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect .... 46  
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Ordering Information  
For additional supplies, use the following descriptions and order numbers.  
Description  
Order #  
Ink Tanks  
PGI-5 Black  
CLI-8 Black  
CLI-8 Cyan  
0620B002  
0628B002  
0621B002  
0622B002  
0623B002  
CLI-8 Magenta  
CLI-8 Yellow  
Canon Specialty Papers  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (4" x 6"/20 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (4" x 6"/50 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (4" x 6"/120 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (5" x 7"/20 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (8.5" x 11"/20 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Double Sided (5" x 7"/10 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Double Sided (8.5" x 11"/10 sheets)  
Photo Paper Plus Double Sided Album Kit (5" x 7")  
Photo Paper Plus Double Sided Album Kit (8.5" x 11")  
Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss (4" x 6"/50 sheets)  
Photo Paper Pro for Borderless Printing (4" x 6"/20 sheets)  
Photo Paper Pro for Borderless Printing (4" x 6"/75 sheets)  
Photo Paper Pro (8.5" x 11"/15 sheets)  
7980A007  
7980A012  
7980A022  
7980A019  
7980A006  
9981A006  
9981A005  
0041B005  
0041B006  
8386A010  
1029A014  
1029A027  
1029A004  
1029A028  
7981A004  
9157A010  
1026A009  
9157A023  
0001C001  
1043A004  
1043A011  
Photo Paper Pro (8.5" x 11"/30 sheets)  
Matte Photo Paper (8.5" x 11"/50 sheets)  
Glossy Photo Paper (4" x 6"/50 sheets)  
Glossy Photo Paper (8.5" x 11"/20 sheets)  
Glossy Photo Paper Credit Card Size  
Photo Stickers  
Transparencies (8.5" x 11"/50 sheets)  
High Resolution Paper (8.5" x 11"/100 sheets)  
Call 1-800-OK-CANON to locate a dealer near you, or visit the Canon eStore at  
www.estore.usa.canon.com.  
© 2005 Canon U.S.A., Inc. Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. in the United States and may be a registered trademark or  
®
trademarks in other countries. All other product and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. As an ENERGY STAR  
®
partner, Canon U.S.A., Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.  
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Quick Start Guide  
Canon U.S.A., Inc.  
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.  
Canon Inc.  
30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan  
Canon Canada, Inc.  
6390 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5T 1P7, Canada  
Canon Latin America, Inc.  
703 Waterford Way, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33126, U.S.A.  
Canon Mexicana S. de R.L. de C.V.  
Periferico Sur No. 4124 Col. Ex-Rancho de Anzaldo, C.P. 01900, Mexico, D.F.  
The following ink tanks are compatible with this printer.  
For details on ink tank replacement, refer to “Replacing an Ink Tank” in this guide.  
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